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Cincinnati Council seeks answers on surveillance while nuisance proposal faces pushback

Cincinnati surveillance oversight targets city technology This is after the Cincinnati City Council approved a motion requiring the administration to explain how the city uses surveillance technology. Councilmembers Anna Albi, Seth Walsh and Jeff Cramerding sponsored the motion. The request covers cameras, drones and automated license plate readers used by the city. The administration must…

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Cincinnati Council seeks answers on police cameras, drones, license plate readers

Several council members from the Cincinnati City Council had some questions. Council members Anna Albi, Seth Walsh, and Jeff Cramerding have asked the city administration to provide a detailed overview of its surveillance technology within 30 days. The request covers cameras, police drones, and automated license plate readers. Council members also want information about current…

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A black Flock Safety license plate reader camera mounted on an outdoor pole.

Hamilton Flock cameras policy released after privacy concerns spark debate

The City of Hamilton has published new guidelines governing its automated license plate reader system following public criticism from a local advocacy group.  The release came after reporting by Local 12 highlighted concerns from DeFlock Hamilton, which argues the camera network creates privacy risks for residents. The newly released procedures outline how the Hamilton Police…

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