CADEMs adopt resolution condemning ALPRs

Resolution 25-08.016

Opposing Automated License Plate Readers Data Misuse and Prioritizing
Community Investments over Surveillance Expansion

WHEREAS, Automated License Plate Reader systems present significant privacy and
civil rights concerns, with data potentially accessible to federal immigration agencies,
putting immigrant and marginalized communities at risk; and

WHEREAS, the continued investment in Automated License Plate Readers diverts
critical resources away from essential community programs such as parks, libraries, and
safety net services that foster healthy, thriving neighborhoods; and

WHEREAS, local leaders, organizations, and community members have expressed
overwhelming opposition to Automated License Plate Reader funding, citing its potential
misuse, lack of regulation, and threats to democratic freedoms and community trust.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the California Democratic Party opposes sharing
Automated License Plate Reader data with ICE and other Federal agencies; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the California Democratic Party supports prioritizing
investments in community-based programs, such as extended library hours, public park
maintenance, recreational opportunities, hygiene infrastructure, and emergency
response services, over the expansion of surveillance technologies like Automated
License Plate Readers.

This Resolution was passed by the California Democratic Party Resolutions Committee
at the August 2025 Virtual Executive Board Meeting.

The San Diego Democratic Party adopted a nearly identical resolution days later.

This is a bigger issue than just California.

Senator Wyden of Washington is against it.

The ACLU is against it.

Journalists in Colorado, Washington state, and Texas are raising questions about it.

And it's just getting worse. Flock is partnering with the Dashcam company Nexar and Ring cameras to scoop up data that will be shared with ICE without a warrant.

Ask your county chapter or local Democratic club to pass a resolution to GET THE FLOCK OUT OF HERE!