Concerns about warrantless surveillance have led to a freeze on state funding for automated license plate readers. This decision was made in response to reports of police officers misusing data from these cameras for personal purposes. The incidents have raised concerns about the lack of judicial oversight and internal supervision, allowing officers to track individuals' travels and predict their itinerary.

Governors from two states have spoken out about the issue, with one declaring that automated license plate readers are "out of control". A specific case involving a police officer from Lufkin, Texas, was cited as an example of the problem. Further details about the situation and the governors' statements are available from the source.