Blaine County Sheriff Removes License Plate Reader Camera Amidst Local Approval Dispute

Boise, ID, September 23, 2026 — A Flock license plate reader camera has been removed from the city of Carey, Idaho, by the Blaine County sheriff. The decision follows assertions from city officials that the technology was deployed without their awareness or approval.

The sheriff confirmed the removal, citing the lack of requisite local authorization for the camera’s installation. In response to the situation, the sheriff also indicated a broader review of future contracts involving similar surveillance technologies. The specific dates of installation and removal, as well as the precise timeline of communications between the sheriff’s office and city officials, were not immediately available.

City officials in Carey reportedly claimed that the camera was put in place without their knowledge or consent. This lack of approval led to the sheriff’s decision to take action and have the equipment removed from the city. The contractor or vendor responsible for the camera’s deployment was not specified in the information provided.

The incident highlights potential issues regarding the implementation of surveillance technology and the importance of inter-jurisdictional communication and consent. The sheriff’s office is now reportedly reassessing its approach to acquiring and deploying such technologies in the future, suggesting a potential shift in policy or procurement processes. Further details regarding the scope of the reassessment and any potential changes to future technology contracts were not disclosed.

Story summarized from the original created by Joey Martin on www.kivitv.com, see more information here.

Media gallery