New CT law restricting use of ALPRs
https://reason.com/2026/10/26/connecticuts-new-restrictions-on-flock-cameras-highlight-the-dearth-of-meaningful-privacy-protections/
Allows
- CT, MA, NY, RI can search; others need warrant
- not use for immigration
- not use for first amendment
- not use for health care services
- 21 day retention limit
- record case number for search
- stolen cars
- missing people
- active warrant
Plus allows people to sue officials that abuse the system etc.
Mark ☑️
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