Police Surveillance
Summary
A Chandler cop just quit after misusing the city's automatic license plate reader cameras, proving that your daily travels are being tracked and sparking serious concerns about data privacy.
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Impact analysis
While this specific incident didn't cost taxpayers directly, lax oversight of these pricey tech systems could lead to costly privacy lawsuits down the road.
No one really benefits from cops abusing city tech, but tech companies selling surveillance gear and privacy advocates fighting for stricter rules get a lot of attention.
Everyday drivers in Chandler are harmed because their private whereabouts can be improperly snooped on by people with a badge.
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