Texas City Demands $2 Million for Public Records on Flock Surveillance Camera Usage

A Texas city has significantly increased its price for public records related to the use of Flock surveillance cameras, demanding $2 million for the information. This move comes amid growing backlash and public scrutiny over the widespread deployment of these AI-enabled surveillance devices by law enforcement agencies.

The escalating cost for public records suggests an attempt to deter or delay public access to information about how these cameras are being utilized. Flock cameras, which can capture license plates and other data, have become a point of contention for privacy advocates and citizens concerned about pervasive surveillance and potential misuse of collected data.