On September 3, 2026, the Jacksonville Beach Police Department announced it would comply with a state order by removing Flock license plate reader cameras from state roadways. The department said it would continue using the technology in other locations where legally permitted.
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The Jacksonville Beach Police Department said Thursday it will continue using license plate reader technology in locations where it is legally permitted, while removing cameras on state roadways to comply with a State of Florida order.
Jacksonville Beach Police Chief Gene Paul Smith said the department will comply with the state order to discontinue use of Flock cameras on state roadways.