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Flock Safety's National Surveillance Playbook Revealed

Flock Safety's National Surveillance Playbook Revealed

Flock Safety, an Atlanta-based license plate reader company, is actively coaching police on how to sell surveillance to skeptical cities using Oakland and Richmond as case studies. This internal playbook reframes mass surveillance as accountability. Ties directly to Atlanta's ongoing Flock debate after data retention overhaul and APD audit. Latest: Atlanta mayor orders 30-day review of police use of Flock cameras amid advocacy pushback; advocates plan week of action. Child recovery case cited as counterpoint. Memo details three review areas: data access, training, and oversight.

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Updated Aug 18, 2026