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San Jose Police Were Retaining Flock ALPR Data for One Full Year

Mercury News · Mercury News Staff · February 26, 2026

San Jose PD was retaining all ALPR data for one full year, far beyond Flock's stated 30-day default. The police chief asked the City Council to reduce retention to 30 days, confirming that Flock allows departments to quietly extend retention with minimal oversight.

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