Public safety requires smart tools, not political debate

July 19, 2026

In public policy, there is often a tendency to turn complex issues into simple political slogans. Crime and public safety deserve better.

Floridians expect their elected leaders and law enforcement agencies to do everything possible to protect families, stop criminals, and help victims receive justice. That means embracing proven tools that work while ensuring appropriate accountability and oversight.

One such tool is License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology.

Unfortunately, much of the public conversation surrounding LPR systems has been driven by misconceptions rather than facts. Lost in that debate are the real people whose lives have been impacted because law enforcement had access to critical information when it mattered most.

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