REMARKS
Concerns raised about NYPD's expanding use of surveillance technologies
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Council Member Salaam addresses the expansion of NYPD's surveillance tools and the associated concerns regarding privacy, civil liberties, and potential misuse.
- Lists various surveillance tools including drones, facial recognition, GPS tracking, and robotic technologies
- Emphasizes the need for proper regulation and safeguards against abuse
- Highlights the public's demand for assurances of effectiveness and proper oversight
Yusef Salaam
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Over the past several years, the NYPD has expanded its use of surveillance tools from drones and facial recognition to GPS tracking, biometric scanning, and robotic technologies.
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While these tools can assist in crime prevention and investigations, they also raise serious concerns regarding privacy, civil liberties, and the potential for misuse.
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The public rightfully demands assurances that these technologies are not only effective but are also properly regulated and free from abuse.