In Cabarrus County, NC, we're facing a growing concern regarding our privacy and civil liberties - the use of Flock and Axon cameras. These seemingly innocuous devices do more than track car license plates. They have the capability of tracking phones, recognizing faces, and even monitoring our pets. Even more troubling is their placement; some have been spotted near sensitive areas such as pools, abortion clinics, and daycares. The potential for misuse is enormous, and it deeply concerns me and many others in our community. The intrusion these cameras represent is not merely speculative. In some instances, the data collected has already been used beyond its intended purpose, raising critical questions about surveillance overreach. Our homes, our private lives, and our freedom to move unwatched should not be compromised under the guise of safety and security. Furthermore, there is little oversight or transparency in how the data collected is stored, used, and shared. With no proper regulations or safeguards in place, this can lead to significant breaches of our constitutional rights and a chilling effect on our freedom of expression and movement. Other communities have already taken a stand against such invasive surveillance practices, proving change is possible and necessary. We must act now to ensure that Cabarrus County remains a place where privacy and freedom are respected. I urge local officials to consider the serious implications of these surveillance tools and move towards removing Flock and Axon cameras from our community. Our safety should not come at the cost of our privacy. Let us come together to protect our civil liberties. Please sign this petition to demand the removal of Flock and Axon cameras in Cabarrus County, NC. Stand with us to reclaim our right to privacy and prevent undue surveillance in our lives.