How much privacy should Americans give up in exchange for helping law enforcement solve crimes? License plate readers are a primary subject of debate because supporters say they catch dangerous criminals while critics argue they quietly create a database of innocent people’s movements. But does technology change what the Fourth Amendment protects, and can privacy protections exist without eliminating a valuable crime-fighting tool?
Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) aren’t new, but they continue to face increased scrutiny and attention. They “capture computer-readable images that allow law enforcement to compare plate numbers against plates of stolen cars or cars driven by individuals wanted on criminal charges,” the National Conference of State Legislatures explained. “The devices are mounted on police cars, road signs or traffic lights and capture thousands of images of plates.” Furthermore:
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