Driver receives $76 settlement after ALPR system triggered false traffic stop
A driver won a lawsuit in November after an automatic license plate reader led police to conduct an illegal traffic stop and drug search.
Settlement amount awarded to plaintiff
The court ordered the department to pay $76 to the individual who was stopped. This payment compensates for the unlawful seizure of his vehicle and personal items.
Technical failure caused the stop
Police scanners incorrectly identified a license plate that did not belong to the driver. The system flagged the wrong number, prompting officers to initiate the search without probable cause.
Court ruled on legality of search
A judge determined that the initial stop violated constitutional protections against unreasonable searches. The department admitted the technology malfunctioned during the incident in question.
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