Unregulated license plate readers are tracking Michigan drivers — here’s what’s at stake

By: Scott Preston

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: March 6, 2026

Words: 712

Last Updated: 4 days, 12 hours ago

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Imagine you’re preparing to drive home from a doctor’s appointment when a law enforcement officer approaches your vehicle, takes a photo of your car, and sends it to federal law enforcement, as well as local and state police to store for a year or more.

Now imagine that takes place every time you get in your car and go about your daily life. This, in effect, has been happening in Michigan due to the …

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