License plate reader firm releases dubious poll to show public support

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May 12, 2014

Civil libertarians are a bit miffed at Vigilant's poll conclusions and tactics.

“It seems strange to not include the data with the poll," said Dave Maass, a spokesperson with the Electronic Frontier Foundation. "'California residents overwhelmingly support this legislation,' when lots of people likely still don’t know what license plate readers are.”

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