Sheriff asks commission to delay license-plate-reader purchase after public concern, resolution pulled

Aug 18, 2025

A public commenter cited legal challenges and alleged misuse of Flock license-plate-reader systems; Sheriff Kenneth Christopher asked the commission to pull Resolution 18 so staff can check pricing and pending litigation.

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Sheriff Kenneth Christopher asked the Benton County Commission to delay a planned purchase of license-plate readers after a member of the public urged caution because of pending legal challenges involving vendor practices.

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