Fresno proposes privacy rules for police license plate readers

Fresno is setting rules for the Police Department’s automated license plate reader program. The ordinance would limit ALPR use to authorized law enforcement, prohibit facial recognition, require access logs, restrict sharing, and generally require data to be destroyed after 30 days. It would also require annual audits, public comment before new ALPR programs, privacy policies, employee training, and safeguards in vendor contracts. The source does not show whether the City Council adopted the ordinance or provide a vote.

BILL - (For Introduction) Adding Article 27 of Chapter 14 of the Fresno Municipal Code, relating to the Fresno Police Department Automated License Plate Recognition Program

Nov 12, 2026ID 26-1490: BILL - (For Introduction) Adding Article 27 of Chapter 14 of the Fresno Municipal Code, relating to the Fresno Police Department Automated License Plate Recognition ProgramSource documentPDF