Police officers misusing Flock cameras to track ex-partners

Multiple law enforcement officers have been accused or fired for misusing their departments' Flock license-plate recognition camera systems to track estranged spouses and former romantic partners. The incidents involve repeated unauthorized database queries over extended periods, resulting in criminal charges and termination.

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