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.
Case
Florida revoked permits for plate readers on state highway rights-of-way, citing privacy and misuse concerns. Flock Safety urged regulation instead of removal, while Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner warned that the short deadline could harm criminal investigations.
Role at the time: Okaloosa County sheriff
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.”
The FDOT removal is at issue. Aden expressly calls its effect disappointing and argues the cameras were useful, even as he complies.
Statement dates: August 31, 2026
Statement dates: August 31, 2026
Statement dates: August 31, 2026
