License Plate Reader Program
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"Protecting Our Parks. Volusia County, in partnership with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, utilizes automated license plate reader technology at select County parks to enhance visitor safety, deter criminal activity, and protect our taxpayer-funded facilities. |
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About the Program
What Are License Plate Readers?
License plate readers (LPRs) are high-speed cameras that capture images of vehicle license plates and compare them against law enforcement databases to enhance public safety.
Capture
Cameras capture images of license plates on vehicles entering or exiting select County park facilities. Only the rear license plate is photographed—not vehicle occupants.
Compare
Plate information is automatically compared against state and national law enforcement databases, including stolen vehicle lists, AMBER Alerts, and Silver Alerts.
Alert
If a match is found, law enforcement is notified immediately. This enables rapid response to recover stolen vehicles, locate missing persons, or apprehend suspects.
Privacy & Safeguards
Your Privacy Matters
We are committed to transparency. LPR technology is governed by Florida law and strict operational protocols that protect your privacy.
Built-In Privacy Protections
The LPR system is designed with multiple safeguards to ensure your privacy is protected while maintaining public safety.
| 👮 | Law Enforcement Only Access is restricted to authorized, trained law enforcement personnel. Regular audits ensure compliance. |
| 🗂️ | Limited Data Retention Data is automatically purged per state retention schedules unless connected to an active investigation. |
| 🚗 | Plates Only—Not People Cameras capture license plates only. Vehicle occupants are not photographed or identified. |
| 🗃️ | Protected Records LPR data is confidential under Florida law and exempt from public records requests. |
Florida Law Compliance
| 📜 | F.S. 316.0777 Authorizes LPR use by law enforcement for criminal justice purposes only. Establishes data confidentiality requirements. |
| 📜 | F.S. 316.0778 Establishes data retention schedules. Requires purging of records not connected to active investigations. |
| 📜 | Sheriff's Office Protocols The Volusia Sheri!'s O"ce Domestic Security Division conducts regular audits to ensure proper use and compliance. |
Questions or Concerns?
We're here to help. Contact the appropriate office below for more information about the LPR program.
Parks, Recreation and Culture
For questions about park signage, facility locations, and general program information.
(386) 736-5953
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
For questions about LPR operations, data management, and law enforcement protocols.
(386) 254-4648
