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Dubuque policy on license plate readers at odds with state law?

Dubuque defends its ALPR policy, saying it does not conflict with Iowa law and restricts immigration enforcement.
Coralville eliminated its ALPR program after the AG said the policy conflicted with state law.
Dubuque’s policy prohibits ALPR use for immigration enforcement, with examples in the policy language.
Dubuque Police say access to ALPR data is controlled and shared only by request with justification.
Officials say ICE would likely need a court order to access data, implying limited cooperation.
The city’s immigration policy directs cooperation with federal authorities within constitutional and legal bounds.
ACLU Iowa questions control of Flock data and argues surveillance can have broad community impact.
Officials cited ongoing local and state debate over balancing surveillance with civil liberties.
Dubuque police emphasize controlled sharing with neighboring states and through formal requests.
The issue underscores how local policies can be influenced by state-level guidance and legal interpretations.

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