WESTCHESTER, Fla. — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday he is seeking an overview of license plate camera reader use.
During a news conference at Florida International University, the governor said he supports law enforcement having the tools they need, but the cameras are being used in some instances for criminal surveillance.
"I'm all about having law enforcement have tools to be able to hold criminals accountable. I think that's important that we do that, and no one's been stronger on law enforcement than me. But I don't want to have this become a surveillance state," DeSantis said.
Some cities and counties in Florida have announced changes to camera use policies after reports of misuse.
Haines City Police Department announced it is changing how officers use Flock cameras after an officer was accused of repeatedly using the system to track his estranged wife's vehicle.
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco announced on Aug. 26 he was terminating the agreement for license plate detection systems in the county.
