Alabama sheriffs, chiefs, legislators, and a mother, in their own words

“Every day, dare I say perhaps every hour, these emerging technologies lead to the arrest of wanted persons, the location of AMBER Alert victims, and the provision of investigative leads. As with any law enforcement action, there should be proper policies and procedures implemented to protect information and ensure security.”

“The use of these systems are not a mass surveillance operation but a use of advanced technology to improve public safety. … Sometimes we may not know of a missing person or may not even know a crime has been committed for several days.”

“We are not Big Brother. We're not trying to look into everybody's every move. … Technology used lawfully and for a legitimate public-safety purpose can save lives.”

“The good that comes from them, it's worth it.”

“Flock is an amazing tool, and we couldn't have done it as efficiently. … It takes a picture of your tag and your car as you pass the camera. It doesn't see what driveway you turn into.”

“If we are trying to identify a suspect vehicle, locate a potential suspect driver and all we have is a partial tag or make and model, these tools are invaluable.”

“A great force multiplier for the police department because it's like us putting an additional officer out there looking for vehicles that have been involved in crimes.”

“It's like having an extra police officer, all the time. The camera doesn't have to rest.”

“It's a tool where otherwise we would have absolutely zero idea.”

“A 100% game-changer.”

“Cited multiple solved cases, including a murder on Zelda Road where cameras captured the suspect's license plate.”

“Opposes an outright ban; calls for “strict policy regulations outlining the authorized use of these devices.””

“Law enforcement doesn't need to wait for warrants during kidnappings or when apprehending fleeing criminals. … What is totally unacceptable is that we keep the current status quo.”