SCSO Using License Plate-Reading Cameras

TYLER — The Smith County Sheriff’s Office is working to catch criminals more efficiently. According to our news partner KETK, the SCSO already has three of the license plate-reading cameras. They’re put on top of patrol cars, SUVs, and even trailers that the agency uses. If someone has an active warrant out for his or her arrest or is wanted for a crime, and the person’s license plate number is attached to the criminal database, the camera can scan the license plate number and alert a law enforcement officer.