San Diego appeals court finds that license plate data collection alone is not harm
San Diego Union-Tribune
Court ruled license plate data collection alone doesn't constitute harm, dismissing privacy lawsuit.Summary
A San Diego appellate court upheld dismissal of a class action lawsuit against Digital Recognition Network, ruling that mere collection of license plate data does not constitute harm under California’s ALPR statute. The court held that plaintiffs must show actual harm—such as unauthorized data use or a breach—not just a subjective privacy invasion. The decision noted the statute does not restrict private entities’ collection or use of ALPR data, only public agencies. Civil rights groups criticized the ruling, arguing it leaves individuals without recourse until data is misused.
(Source：San Diego Union-Tribune)