Living in an era of extensive monitoring by largely unregulated tech firms is our current reality. Over 100000 cameras have appeared in the US recently promoted as essential for combating crime. It is easy to sense that certain theorists may have been onto something or to start theorizing yourself.

A vast network of constantly operating AI-driven automated license plate readers records and examines photos of all vehicles passing by recording details such as make model color and extras like stickers hitches or racks. Additionally any Bluetooth gadgets carried while driving are noted. Eventually details about your vehicle and its movements turn into searchable information. It is no theory that tracking occurs as it is happening.

Flock Safety stands as a major provider of these systems and has grown its coverage recently. DeFlock serves as an open-source effort aimed at locating and legally removing these cameras since they gather information on countless vehicles even without suspicion of wrongdoing. To discover the number of such cameras nearby or along your commute consult the map showing over 100000 recorded spots. DeFlock aims to inform citizens about privacy issues and excessive tech use.

The project focuses on enabling people to resist these surveillance networks and supports efforts to safeguard privacy norms. Spotting an ALPR camera allows contribution via the app to log its position.

Have You Been Flocked?

Beyond basic privacy concerns highlighted by the ACLU misuse happens often resulting in incorrect arrests. Instances exist where officers employed the ALPR network to monitor former partners or interests. Flock seeks to broaden access providing live views from numerous cameras to police and shifting toward person tracking.

The Privacy Act of 1974 aimed to limit such data handling on individuals yet it could not foresee this extent of intrusion. These systems extend beyond police with Flock offering access to companies and neighborhood associations.

Evading the many surveillance devices proves nearly impossible as shown in related footage. Resistance is growing aided by DeFlock leading some areas to terminate agreements with Flock Safety due to unconstitutional monitoring without warrants.

Review the DeFlock map to check for local cameras which likely exist then visit haveibeenflocked.com to see if your plate appears in searches. Note that this depends on available public data without redactions.

Avoid attempting to remove cameras yourself for any purpose. Sustained public outcry may prompt officials to end contracts with the company.