This bill proposes updates to Arizona Revised Statutes by introducing a new article on "Automatic License Plate Reader Systems" and defining relevant terms such as "automatic license plate reader system" and "captured plate data." The bill establishes that these systems can only be used by law enforcement for specific purposes, such as criminal investigations or locating missing persons, and prohibits their use for general traffic enforcement or non-law enforcement purposes. It also mandates that access to captured data be restricted to authorized personnel, requires training for users, and necessitates logging and auditing of data access.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that captured plate data cannot be sold or shared for non-law enforcement purposes and is not subject to public records requests, except under subpoena. Agencies must adopt and publish policies regarding the handling of this data, including its retention and destruction, ensuring transparency and compliance with privacy standards. Overall, the bill aims to regulate the use of automatic license plate readers to protect individual privacy while allowing law enforcement to utilize the technology for legitimate purposes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-601, 28-5201, 28-5432