By Jennifer Portman Democrat senior writer The Florida Department of L aw Enforcement does in fact have a non-disclosure agreement with the maker of its cell phone tracking equipment that prohibits the agency from disc losing any information about the devices to the government or the public without a court order or written consent by […]
Florida Police Keep Spy Technology Documents Secret
By: William Patrick FloridaWatchdog.org Disburse, there’s nothing to see here! That seems to be the message from Florida law enforcement agencies when it comes to the controversial practice of using national security technology designed to spy on cellphone users. After getting busted by reporters and the American Civil Liberties Union for using surveillance devices known […]
5 things to watch at the Florida Legislature on Monday
Hump week, the mid-point of the 2014 Legislative session, is here, and not a moment too soon. But don’t think that the pace is slowing down on bills. Even though it’s a Monday, typically a travel day for lawmakers, a number of high profile bills will be considered. — Public records will take a beating […]