Grand Jury Finds Sacramento Cops Illegally Shared Driver Data
The Sacramento County Grand Jury found illegal driver data sharing by the Sheriff's Office and Police Department, violating state law. Recommendations include compliance with the Attorney General's guidance and public disclosure of ALPR policies. Organizations like EFF and ACLU advocate for enforcement of privacy laws.
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The Sacramento County Grand Jury found that the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office and Sacramento Police Department illegally shared driver data, violating state law by aiding potential prosecution of individuals seeking healthcare services, including reproductive health services. The investigation stemmed from concerns raised by organizations like the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and the American Civil Liberties Union about the sharing of automated license plate reader data with out-of-state law enforcement agencies. Despite California law prohibiting such sharing since 2016, several police agencies continued the practice. While the Sheriff's Office agreed to stop sharing data, the Police Department persists. The grand jury recommended compliance with the Attorney General's guidance and public disclosure of ALPR policies. EFF and ACLU remain vigilant in pressuring non-compliant agencies. This incident is part of a series where Sacramento agencies violated ALPR laws, prompting EFF's advocacy efforts and legislative actions. The report underscores ongoing challenges in enforcing privacy laws related to surveillance and data sharing by law enforcement agencies.
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