New Website Tracks License Plate Searches by Flock Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns
A new website, HaveIBeenFlocked.com, allows individuals to check if their vehicle's license plate has been searched by Flock surveillance cameras. The site compiles data from public records obtained through FOIA requests, revealing that searches are often related to drug offenses…
St. Louis, MO, August 14, 2026 —
A new online tool, HaveIBeenFlocked.com, has launched, enabling individuals to discover whether their vehicle’s license plate has been searched by Flock Group’s surveillance cameras. The website aggregates data obtained through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests of public records.
According to the information compiled on HaveIBeenFlocked.com, searches of license plates by Flock cameras are frequently associated with investigations into drug offenses and motor vehicle theft. The emergence of this website coincides with escalating public concerns regarding the privacy implications of widespread surveillance technology and the potential for its misuse by law enforcement agencies.
Flock Group, the company behind the surveillance cameras, has stated that it is in the process of implementing changes aimed at addressing these privacy issues. However, specific details regarding the nature or scope of these implemented changes were not provided in the available information.
The functionality of HaveIBeenFlocked.com relies on publicly accessible records. By analyzing data sourced from FOIA requests, the site aims to provide transparency into the usage patterns of Flock’s automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology. The site does not provide specific details on the contractor names, fine amounts, or permit status related to these searches, as such information was not made available through the FOIA requests compiled.
While the website offers a means for individuals to check their license plate search history, the broader conversation surrounding ALPR technology continues. Concerns often center on data retention policies, third-party data sharing, and the potential for mass surveillance. The company behind the technology has indicated efforts to mitigate these concerns, though the effectiveness and specifics of these measures remain a point of discussion.
Story summarized from the original created by Brandy Beard on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.
