Denver Updated Automated License Plate Reader Map
The police department added four previously unlisted intersection cameras to the city's public oversight portal.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Law Enforcement
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Denver city officials updated the public online map detailing the locations of automated license plate readers (ALPR) following reports of missing data. The Denver Police Department failed to communicate the installation of four camera sites to the city’s mapping team.
Why it matters
Public transparency regarding surveillance infrastructure is critical for maintaining community trust in law enforcement technologies. The mapping error led to an immediate policy change requiring regular audits to ensure the public has an accurate view of where devices are active.
The Denver Police Department maintains 16 total automated license plate readers across 14 intersections, with four cameras at each site. Currently, fewer than a dozen department personnel have access to system queries or alerts.
The players
Denver Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for the installation and oversight of the city's automated license plate reader program.
The details
The department initially identified 14 intersections based on violent crime, crash, and auto theft data, but four locations were later moved due to permitting issues or geographic layout. After a local resident identified the discrepancy, the department updated the online map and instituted a mandatory twice-annual audit policy.
Timeline
October 3, 2026: The city finalized updates to the online portal following reports of inaccurate data.
Legal Context
The incident highlights the logistical challenges of maintaining public surveillance registries in large urban environments. Automated license plate reader policies are increasingly scrutinized as cities attempt to balance crime prevention metrics with digital privacy expectations.
Residents can now use the updated online portal to confirm the exact locations of surveillance technology in their neighborhoods. The implementation of a twice-annual audit policy is intended to prevent future transparency lapses and ensure accurate public records.
The takeaway
Maintaining accurate public databases requires consistent communication between municipal departments and law enforcement agencies. Residents who discover discrepancies in city infrastructure data should report their findings to facilitate prompt corrective action.
Further reading
For more information on city surveillance policies, visit the Law Enforcement section.
More information
View the current device list on the official online map of ALPR locations.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Denver 7 Colorado News (KMGH).
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