City officials in Princeton are reconsidering the use of newly installed automated license plate readers following privacy concerns raised by the mayor.
The Princeton City Council approved seven Flock Safety cameras last year, which were installed last week. However, Mayor Eugene Escobar voiced reservations about the technology's reach and data-sharing capabilities.
Escobar expressed specific concern over how outside law enforcement agencies might access and use data collected within the community. In response, he announced plans to request a temporary ban from the city council on the active cameras until privacy and operational questions are resolved.
Princeton is the latest North Texas municipality to re-examine its reliance on automated license plate recognition systems amid growing public debate over surveillance and data privacy.
