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Surveillance company Flock generates controversy — and a roster of L.A. clients

March 1, 2026

Flock Safety, a surveillance company known for its license plate reading technology, has sparked controversy as it markets its services to both law enforcement and private citizens. While some cities like Santa Cruz and Cambridge have opted to discontinue their use of Flock's products, the company continues to attract various clients across Los Angeles.

SHERMAN OAKS, CALIFORNIA SEPTEMBER 11, 2019-Bob Shontell, stands along s street in Sherman Oaks where security cameras are instslled to read license plates. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times)

Credit: (Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times)

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Flock Safety sells license plate readers to law enforcement and private citizens.
Santa Cruz and Cambridge have stopped using Flock Safety's surveillance technology.
The company is gaining a roster of clients in Los Angeles despite controversy.

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Surveillance company Flock generates controversy — and a roster of L.A. clients

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Surveillance company Flock generates controversy — and a roster of L.A. clients

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