Automated license plate reader technology in law enforcement – MCCA’s recommendations and considerations

Paige Burley

March 28, 2023

Automated license plate readers (ALPR) have been used by law enforcement for decades to help keep communities safe. Like any other technology, ethical and appropriate use is crucial to effective public safety operations and maintenance of public trust. 

In this whitepaper from the Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCCA), with contributions from Peregrine’s Paige Burley along with other notable individuals from public safety institutions and the private sector, you’ll learn: 

  • ALPR use cases 

  • How to effectively implement policies and trainings on ALPR 

  • Best practices for data access and appropriate use 

  • How to ensure your ALPR integrates with other technologies for maximum effectiveness 

  • And more! 

Read more about Automated License Plate Reader Technology


About Paige Burley 

Paige Burley is the User Training Lead at Peregrine Technologies where she creates training across all roles at law enforcement agencies, ensuring virtual or in-person options are available & focuses on specific police workflows. Before joining Peregrine, Paige was the Director of Training for Vigilant Technologies at Motorola Solutions, developing certified training for over 1,000 agencies across the country on ALPR & Facial Recognition. She came into police technologies after working as a regional crime analyst in Northern California, as well as real-time crime center analyst at Houston Police Department & Harris County Sheriff’s Office. 

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in 90 days