Remove all "flock safety" cameras in Denton, Texas

Recent signers:
Daniel Goodman and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

I am deeply concerned about the increasing presence of "Flock Safety" cameras in the city of Denton, Texas. These surveillance devices not only infringe on our individual privacy rights, but their use poses significant ethical and legal concerns regarding mass surveillance and data exploitation. The installation of these cameras is a direct threat to our civil liberties and personal freedoms.

One of the primary issues with "Flock Safety" cameras is that they provide law enforcement access to surveillance data, often circumventing the need for traditional warrants. This bypasses our constitutional rights and sets a dangerous precedent for unchecked government surveillance in our communities. The safeguard of requiring a warrant is a fundamental legal protection that ensures law enforcement actions are justified and regulated. Any technology that enables authorities to bypass this process is alarming and unacceptable.

Moreover, the data collected by these cameras is often sold to large corporations. This commodification of our personal information and tracking data is deeply exploitative, turning the very essence of our private lives into a product for profit motives. Residents of Denton deserve the right to go about their daily lives without the fear of being constantly monitored and having their data sold to the highest bidder.

We must act now to protect our privacy and civil liberties by removing all "Flock Safety" cameras from Denton. I urge you to stand with me in advocating for a safer, more private community in which residents can feel safe and secure without pervasive surveillance. Let's compel city officials to prioritize the rights and freedoms of Denton citizens over intrusive surveillance technology.

By signing this petition, you are taking a stand against mass surveillance and advocating for the privacy rights of every individual in Denton. Together, we can send a strong message that our community values freedom and privacy above all. Join me in this crucial fight to reclaim our rights and our city by signing the petition now.

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Recent signers:
Daniel Goodman and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

I am deeply concerned about the increasing presence of "Flock Safety" cameras in the city of Denton, Texas. These surveillance devices not only infringe on our individual privacy rights, but their use poses significant ethical and legal concerns regarding mass surveillance and data exploitation. The installation of these cameras is a direct threat to our civil liberties and personal freedoms.

One of the primary issues with "Flock Safety" cameras is that they provide law enforcement access to surveillance data, often circumventing the need for traditional warrants. This bypasses our constitutional rights and sets a dangerous precedent for unchecked government surveillance in our communities. The safeguard of requiring a warrant is a fundamental legal protection that ensures law enforcement actions are justified and regulated. Any technology that enables authorities to bypass this process is alarming and unacceptable.

Moreover, the data collected by these cameras is often sold to large corporations. This commodification of our personal information and tracking data is deeply exploitative, turning the very essence of our private lives into a product for profit motives. Residents of Denton deserve the right to go about their daily lives without the fear of being constantly monitored and having their data sold to the highest bidder.

We must act now to protect our privacy and civil liberties by removing all "Flock Safety" cameras from Denton. I urge you to stand with me in advocating for a safer, more private community in which residents can feel safe and secure without pervasive surveillance. Let's compel city officials to prioritize the rights and freedoms of Denton citizens over intrusive surveillance technology.

By signing this petition, you are taking a stand against mass surveillance and advocating for the privacy rights of every individual in Denton. Together, we can send a strong message that our community values freedom and privacy above all. Join me in this crucial fight to reclaim our rights and our city by signing the petition now.

The Decision Makers

Gerard Hudspeth
Denton City Mayor
Denton City Council
6 Members
Jill Jester
Denton City Council - Place 6
Brian Beck
Denton City Council - Place 2
Brandon McGee
Denton City Council - Place 5

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Petition created on January 10, 2026