Florida Governor Questions Use of Automated Ticketing Cameras
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated that only police officers should issue tickets, expressing skepticism about the use of Flock cameras for automated ticketing. He emphasized that while law enforcement tools are important, he does not want Florida to become a…
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 26, 2026 —
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has voiced concerns regarding the proliferation of automated ticketing cameras, specifically Flock cameras, across the state. DeSantis stated that he believes only police officers should be responsible for issuing traffic citations.
Speaking on the matter, the Governor expressed skepticism about the use of Flock cameras for automated ticketing. He acknowledged the importance of law enforcement tools but emphasized a desire to prevent Florida from becoming a surveillance state. “We don’t want Florida to become a surveillance state,” DeSantis stated.
The Governor indicated that legislative action may be necessary to address the growing concerns surrounding these automated cameras. His remarks suggest a potential review or restriction of their deployment and usage at the local level. The trend summary notes that these cameras are currently being approved by local governments throughout Florida.
DeSantis’s comments highlight a debate over the balance between utilizing technology for public safety and law enforcement versus potential privacy implications and the role of human discretion in issuing citations. The governor’s stance implies a preference for traditional policing methods in traffic enforcement over automated systems.
The contractor’s name for the Flock cameras was not provided in the trend summary. The specific details regarding the legislative actions that might be proposed were also not detailed. The trend summary does not specify when these legislative actions might occur or what form they might take. The exact number of localities approving these cameras was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix on www.orlandoweekly.com, see more information here.
