The Dispute Index

Eric Aden

Eric Aden is the sheriff of Okaloosa County, Florida. He began his law enforcement career as an Okaloosa County patrol deputy in 1995 and previously served with the Walton County Sheriff's Office.

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What we have documented

We have documented 1 statement by Eric Aden, in 1 case. Each statement below gives the quotation, its original source and a link to the full case.

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Statements by Eric Aden

Eric Aden

Role at the time: Okaloosa County sheriff

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Response to this claim

Revoking local law-enforcement permits for plate readers in Florida's state-highway rights-of-way is justified by privacy and misuse concerns.

“This is disappointing from a public safety standpoint.”
Read the official statement (opens in a new tab)Sheriff Eric Aden statement on Flock camerasSheriff Aden quotes and removal plan
Why we used this label

The FDOT removal is at issue. Aden expressly calls its effect disappointing and argues the cameras were useful, even as he complies.

Read statementFull case: Was Florida right to remove license-plate readers from state highway rights-of-way?

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