Bill > SB1620

This bill authorizes the use of automated license plate reader (ALPR) systems by law enforcement agencies on highway rights-of-way, subject to certain restrictions and requirements. The bill defines ALPR systems and highway rights-of-way, and specifies that ALPR systems can only be used for limited purposes, such as identifying stolen vehicles, vehicles involved in active investigations, or vehicles associated with wanted, missing, or endangered persons. The bill requires law enforcement agencies to establish policies and obtain permits from the Department of Transportation before using ALPR systems, and mandates the removal of ALPR data within 30 days unless it is part of an ongoing investigation. The bill also prohibits the sale of ALPR data and requires agencies to make monthly reports on their ALPR system usage publicly available. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.