Smart City Policing: Ethical Use ALPR, AI & Emerging Public Safety Technology
Instructor: Jim Harris
Date: December 14, 2026
Location: Wayne, NJ 07470 (Passaic County)
Duration: 4 hours
Cost: Free
Course Overview:
This 4-hour training program addresses the growing need for comprehensive guidance on implementing ALPR technology and other advanced public safety tools responsibly. As automatic license plate readers and emerging police technology continue to draw increased scrutiny from the public and media, law enforcement agencies require far more than sophisticated equipment—they need robust policies, effective oversight mechanisms, clear accountability structures, and proper personnel training. The course delivers in-depth coverage of the ethical, legal, and practical dimensions of deploying ALPR systems, artificial intelligence applications, connected camera networks, real-time crime centers, and other smart-city solutions.
Key Topics Include:
- Privacy considerations and data protection
- Using technology to develop investigative leads
- Supervisory oversight and internal controls
- System auditing and compliance monitoring
- Data management and retention practices
- Vendor relationship management
- Building and maintaining public trust
Course Sponsorship: This complimentary training is sponsored by Ekin Smart City Technology and facilitated by J. Harris Training. Special thanks to Sheriff Thomas Adamo for providing the hosting venue.
Categories: Ethics & Decision Making, Leadership, Other