The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office is transitioning from Flock to Axon for its automated license plate reader cameras, though the total number of cameras will remain unchanged. Undersheriff Chase Daniels explained that the new Axon technology integrates more easily with existing systems and costs approximately $50,000 less than current equipment. The county currently operates around 170 cameras across public spaces and private properties like parking lots and subdivisions. These devices capture license plate data to assist deputies in investigating crimes, locating missing persons, and handling other law enforcement cases. While acknowledging nationwide privacy concerns about such technology, the Sheriff’s Office maintains strict policies limiting data retention to 30 days and restricting access to serious criminal investigations.
Facts
- Pasco County has approximately 170 license plate reader cameras across public and private properties.
- The Sheriff’s Office is replacing Flock cameras with Axon technology that costs about $50,000 less per unit.
- Data captured by the cameras is retained for 30 days under strict policy guidelines.
- New Port Richey Police Department is also switching to RedSpeed Technologies for its camera programs.
