Illinois sheriffs' group opposes a Flock ban
Illinois law-enforcement association
“The Illinois Sheriffs' Association urges lawmakers to reject any blanket prohibition in the upcoming legislative session.”
Read the official statement (opens in a new tab)Illinois Sheriffs' Association response to Darren Bailey's Flock pledgePage 2, paragraph urging lawmakers to reject a blanket prohibition
Read the original text (opens in a new tab)Illinois Sheriffs' Association website and 2026 vendor list2026 preferred-vendor program, Platinum tier
Source and context
Official statement
Illinois Sheriffs' Association response to Darren Bailey's Flock pledge (opens in a new tab)Page 2, paragraph urging lawmakers to reject a blanket prohibition
About this source
The association argues against a statewide Flock ban and describes the cameras as useful for investigations.
Original text
Illinois Sheriffs' Association website and 2026 vendor list (opens in a new tab)2026 preferred-vendor program, Platinum tier
About this source
The association identifies Flock Safety among its 2026 Platinum vendors.
Before the quotation
The association responded to Darren Bailey's pledge to ban Flock cameras if elected governor.
After the quotation
The association's website lists Flock Safety among its 2026 Platinum vendors.
How this statement is classified
Defended or excused
Case context: Should Flock-style license-plate surveillance networks exist?
The label describes this statement’s response within the context above.
Why this label?
The association explicitly favors retaining the system against an outright ban.
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Should Flock-style license-plate surveillance networks exist?
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