The DeFlock America Facebook group has surpassed 800,000 members, marking a major increase in attention toward opposition to Flock Safety and its network of automated license plate reader cameras.

The group has become a hub for residents, privacy advocates, and local activists who oppose the widespread use of Flock cameras, which are designed to capture vehicle license plates and other identifying information as cars pass through monitored areas.

Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley drew criticism after describing the DeFlock movement as a “terroristic organization.” His comments helped bring additional attention to the group and its campaign against the company's technology.

Flock Safety has installed its camera systems in communities across the country, with law enforcement agencies using the technology to help investigate crimes, locate vehicles, and identify vehicles connected to criminal investigations.

Critics, however, have raised concerns about the amount of vehicle data being collected and stored, as well as the potential for surveillance systems to track people's movements even when they are not suspected of committing a crime.

The rapid growth of DeFlock America reflects the broader debate over how far local governments and police departments should go in using automated surveillance technology. Supporters of Flock cameras argue they provide investigators with another tool for solving crimes, while opponents have pushed for restrictions, greater transparency, and limits on how the collected data can be accessed and retained.

The group’s membership milestone comes as communities across the country continue debating whether the benefits of automated license plate readers outweigh concerns about privacy and government surveillance.