Atlanta Police Audit Flock License Plate Reader System Use
Atlanta police are conducting an audit of their use of the Flock license plate reader system in Atlanta.
Atlanta, GA, August 11, 2026 —
Atlanta police have initiated an audit to review the department’s utilization of the Flock license plate reader (LPR) system. The audit aims to examine how the technology has been employed within the city.
The Flock LPR system is designed to capture and store images of license plates, along with the vehicle’s location, date, and time. This data can be used by law enforcement agencies for various purposes, including identifying stolen vehicles, tracking suspects, and investigating crimes.
Details regarding the specific scope, timeline, or findings of the audit were not immediately available. The contractor’s name and the specific dates of the audit have not been provided. The outcome of the audit, including whether any policy violations or code violations were identified, has not been disclosed.
The department’s decision to conduct this audit comes as license plate reader technology continues to be a subject of discussion regarding privacy and public safety. Further information is expected to be released as the audit progresses and concludes.
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