Eric Aden
Role at the time: Okaloosa County sheriff
Condemned
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
Aden says the FDOT order is disappointing for public safety while confirming his office will remove cameras and await clearer legal guidance.
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.