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How do police use ALPRs?
Police use ALPRs to identify vehicles of interest quickly and efficiently. When a plate is flagged, officers are alerted, allowing them to intercept the vehicle. In this case, the system's error led to an innocent driver being held at gunpoint, highlighting the critical importance of accuracy in such systems.
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