Concern is mounting regarding the use of license plate trackers and surveillance cameras in communities across the US. Local governments and residents are questioning the trustworthiness and privacy implications of these technologies, especially as a vast camera system feeds data to law enforcement. In various areas, including Olympia and Tompkins County, councils are hearing privacy concerns while companies like Flock Safety defend the transparency of their operations amidst allegations of data sharing with federal agencies. There are growing fears about the potential for misuse and the implications of living under constant surveillance, sparking a robust dialogue about the balance between safety and privacy in modern society.