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Committee advances SB 274 to Appropriations after contentious debate over automated license‑plate reader data and retention limits
Summary
The Assembly Consumer Protection and Privacy Committee advanced SB 274, a measure that would restrict automated license‑plate reader (ALPR) data retention to 60 days by default and require stronger access, training and audit rules for agencies using the systems.
Senator Cervantes presented SB 274, a bill designed to tighten privacy and oversight rules for automated license‑plate reader (ALPR) systems used by law enforcement and other agencies. The measure would limit default data retention to 60 days unless scans are linked to an active investigation or appear on authorized hot lists; it would require agencies to adopt enhanced access policies, mandatory training for personnel who query ALPR systems, and regular audits by the Department of Justice.
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