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OPS 0914 License Plate Reader

Purpose

To provide guidelines regarding the access to and use of License Plate Reader (LPR) systems and data by members of the Harford County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO).

Summary

License Plate Recognition Systems (LPRS), also known as an LPR, provide automated detection of license plates. The LPR uses high speed cameras and computer technology to capture and convert data from electronic images of vehicle license plates into a readable format, and then compares the information against specified databases of license plates.


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