License Plate Reader
Automated license plate recognition (ALPR) technology is an important tool in a police department’s arsenal, helping agencies solve a variety of crimes more efficiently than ever before. Review what the research says about the benefits of license plate reader systems, learn how ALPR data is driving intelligence-led policing, and read about lessons learned from agencies worldwide that have already deployed the technology.
Tech Pulse in Focus: Police1 talks with Andrea Cortez about Elk Grove’s Real-Time Information Center
Andrea Cortez is a 17-year law enforcement veteran and analyst at Elk Grove (Calif.) Police Department’s Real-Time Information Center
How Utility’s LPR solutions are setting new standards in public safety and policing efficiency
Philadelphia police officials acknowledge the department lacks automated plate readers and other technology to trace cars with faked tags
Jenoptik’s TraffiData analysis software evaluates license plate data in real time so law enforcement agencies are always up to date, enabling quick crime detection and prevention
Micro Focus media analysis tools save officer time and reduce undesirable viewing, relying on human confirmation
The technology detects, analyzes and securely stores vehicle identification data
A camera system that scans license plates has helped officers track down suspects and solve crimes in recent months
LE groups have criticized the proposal as bad for public safety, noting that dangerous drivers are often identified by those front plates
The powerful search capabilities of a vehicle-centric investigation system can provide critical insight to solve investigations
Find out what modern license plate reader technology can do for your agency and the citizens you serve
New technology will enhance operational intelligence, identify wanted suspects, and improve situational awareness for officer and citizen safety
A mobile trailer from Jenoptik makes the ALPR system more versatile, whether for indefinite deployment in remote areas or for a better view across lanes of traffic
Gov. Phil Murphy also announced the state will use $10 million to help agencies buy automatic license plate recognition tech to combat the rise in auto thefts
These studies show that deploying speed enforcement cameras in school zones are effective and efficient ways to slow down speeders and keep kids safer
After the city installed automatic license plate readers in high-crime areas last year, the arrests were quick to follow
The L6Q camera can scan vehicles moving up to 75 mph in complete darkness, the company says
Processing speed and the quality and functionality of infrared and color cameras can make the difference between a suspect caught and one who slips by
Improve safety and accuracy with components that adapt to changing technology
The features provided by advanced license plate recognition provide law enforcement with a range of tactical and investigatory advantages
Axon’s AI-powered ALPR delivers up to 8x or more the plate reads for the same price as traditional systems, according to the company
Understanding current trends in police ambushes is critical to inform police training and strategies
One of the inventors of LPR cameras shares the history and evolution of these essential tools
Optical character recognition technology and artificial intelligence lead to more accurate license plate readings
ALPR-integrated cameras paired with data analysis software can police criminal activity as well as manage hazardous greenhouse gases
Both academics and cities are advocating for decoupling traffic enforcement from the police — our experts debate the pros and cons
Using mobile and fixed LPRs to help prevent and solve crime
Real-time intelligence makes it easier for officers to be more strategic and safer in how they engage with suspects
When resources are limited, and human interaction should be kept at a minimum for the betterment of public health, ALPR technology can help
A summary of a RAND report on license plate readers for law enforcement
How law enforcement agencies can use research findings to get community support and funding for ALPR systems
Integrate ALPR into your agency’s in-vehicle camera system to leverage existing technology and expand the range of real-time data available
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