Knox County passed an ordinance banning automated license plate readers and Flock cameras. The measure requires removal and destruction of related data within 30 days and restricts all types of surveillance technology. The ordinance was approved unanimously.
WHO:Knox County officials and the Knox County ordinance’s approving body
WHAT:Banned automated license plate readers and Flock cameras; ordered removal and destruction of related data within 30 days; restricts surveillance technology.
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 11:48 PM ET
WHERE:Knox County, Tennessee
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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