Automated license plate readers policy under review

Minneapolis file 2026-01186, before the Minneapolis City Council. Still to be decided as of 2026-10-21.

Latest action: Scheduled by Public Health, Safety & Equity

What it does

How police can use street cameras to track cars This directive sets rules for when and how Minneapolis police can use automated cameras that read license plates on streets and highways.

The bigger picture

Affects police work and privacy in public spaces The outcome will shape how police investigate crimes and how much your vehicle movements are recorded in public.

What to watch

Details on what happens to camera data unclear The directive does not spell out how long police keep photos, who can access them, or what stops misuse of the system.

Official summary

Approving a legislative directive related to Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) in Minneapolis.

Read the official record for 2026-01186

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