Utah Governor Raises Privacy Concerns Over Flock License Plate Reader Data
Utah Governor Spencer Cox expressed deep concern over the privacy implications of Flock license plate reader cameras, following an investigation that revealed over 5 million searches of data from just ten cameras in Weber County, primarily by out-of-state law enforcement…
Salt Lake City, UT, August 20, 2026 —
SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah Governor Spencer Cox has voiced significant concerns regarding the privacy implications of license plate reader (LPR) cameras operated by Flock Safety. This concern follows an investigation that uncovered an extensive amount of data searches conducted using footage from a limited number of cameras.
The investigation revealed that over 5 million searches of data were performed from just ten Flock LPR cameras located in Weber County. Notably, a substantial portion of these searches were reportedly conducted by law enforcement agencies from outside of Utah.
In response to these findings, Governor Cox has initiated a call for a thorough review of the situation. He has requested that the Utah Privacy Governing Board and the Utah Privacy Commission examine the data usage and search practices associated with these cameras. The objective of this review is to ensure that all activities comply with existing state privacy laws.
Furthermore, Governor Cox seeks to identify any potential weaknesses or gaps in current privacy legislation that may need to be addressed. The governor emphasized the importance of protecting citizens’ privacy while still enabling law enforcement to carry out their duties effectively. The specifics regarding the timeline for the review and any potential legislative actions were not immediately provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Katie McKellar on utahnewsdispatch.com, see more information here.
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