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Florida Department of Transportation orders removal of automated license plate readers from state highways
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has mandated the removal of all automated license plate readers (ALPRs) from state highway rights of way within 30 days. State officials and local law enforcement agencies are currently issuing public comments regarding this directive.
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This order impacts the surveillance capabilities of local law enforcement agencies that utilize ALPR technology on state-controlled roads, requiring them to relocate or deactivate equipment within a one-month timeframe.
Key Facts
- The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) issued an order to remove automated license plate readers (ALPRs) from state highway rights of way.
- The removal must be completed within 30 days of the order.
- The order was issued on a Monday, with comments from state and local agencies following on Tuesday.
- The directive affects the placement of surveillance technology on state-controlled infrastructure.
Who's Mentioned
organizationPolk County Sheriff’s Office“Started process of removing ALPRs from state rights-of-way”personGrady Judd“Polk County Sheriff”personDonald Trump“Former President”organizationTampa Police Department“Announced removal of 17 ALPRs”organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“The agency that issued the order to remove ALPRs.”personFlorida AG“The Attorney General's office is providing comments on the order.”personJames Uthmeier“Florida Attorney General”