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Public Safety · Monday, November 9, 2026

Virginia localities rethink use of license plate readers amid privacy concerns, report states

The reconsideration comes as local governments and law enforcement agencies face public scrutiny after alleged misuse and disagreements over how authorities use the readers.

By Virginia Mercury · 4 min read

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Virginia localities rethink use of license plate readers amid privacy concerns, report states

The reconsideration comes as local governments and law enforcement agencies face public scrutiny after alleged misuse and disagreements over how authorities use the readers.

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By Virginia Mercury

Published Nov 9, 2026

Updated Nov 9, 2026 · 4 min read

Virginia localities rethink use of license plate readers amid privacy concerns, report states
A view of an automated license plate reader. (Photo by Nathaniel Cline/Virginia Mercury)

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