# Wilson County Debates Flock Camera Use

Wilson County municipalities Mt. Juliet and Lebanon have utilized Flock license plate recognition cameras for law enforcement over several years. Recently, increased public opposition has emerged due to privacy concerns, with residents voicing objections at city meetings and organizing protests. This growing scrutiny may impact future procurement decisions or continued deployment of such surveillance technology in these jurisdictions.

- Procurement officials in Wilson County should anticipate potential policy reviews or restrictions affecting license plate recognition camera contracts.
- Vendors like Flock may face challenges in contract renewals or new bids due to heightened community concerns.
- Agencies should consider incorporating privacy impact assessments and community engagement strategies when planning surveillance technology acquisitions.
- This situation highlights the importance of balancing law enforcement capabilities with public privacy expectations in procurement planning.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Government Entities
- City of Lebanon
- City of Mt. Juliet

### Vendors
- Flock (prime contractor)

### Sources
- [Why Flock cameras in Wilson County spark debate over privacy](https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/local/wilson/2026/09/28/flock-license-plate-readers-lebanon-mt-juliet-wilson-county/91878280007) - The Tennessean