Ruston police pause ALPR use and prepare automated traffic-camera program
Apr 21, 2026
Chief Bautista told the council Ruston is not using ALPR data pending compliance with new state law and legal risk; the Police Department plans an automated traffic-camera program launching in about 60 days with an initial warning period before fines.
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Ruston Police Chief Bautista reported on April 21 that the city does not use Flock ALPR cameras but instead uses a Verkada system; because of uncertainty about new state regulations and possible criminal penalties for violations, the department has restricted access and is not actively using the data.
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