Flock cameras: a guide to questions West Fargo residents can ask

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When a city uses automated license-plate reader technology, residents may want clear answers about where cameras operate, which agencies can access data, how long records are retained and what safeguards apply. A careful report would review contracts and written policies and request comment from officials and privacy experts.

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