Lunch & Learn: What Are License Plate Readers and How to Effectively Regulate Them?
Tue, Jul 21
|Online Session
The discussion will move beyond the headlines to address how automated technology is fundamentally changing police work and what it means for community oversight.


Time & Location
Jul 21, 2026, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Online Session
About the event
The discussion will move beyond the headlines to address how automated technology is fundamentally changing police work and what it means for community oversight.
As law enforcement agencies increasingly adopt AI, drones, and facial recognition, the line between public safety and invasive surveillance becomes a critical point of discussion. Who oversees these tools, and how is accountability maintained?
Session Focus
The discussion will move beyond the headlines to address how automated technology is fundamentally changing police work and what it means for community oversight. Key topics include:
Technology in Practice: Understanding the current use of AI and surveillance in policing.
Oversight Strategies: Practical approaches for community-led transparency and governance.
Policy Development: Converting data and concerns into actionable policy to prevent harmful surveillance.
