How does surveillance technology impact You?
Impacts from Government Surveillance Technology
County of Santa Clara departments as well as other city and county departments elsewhere use technologies such as cameras, drones, medication monitoring systems, GPS technology, and voice and telephonic recording equipment in support of their missions of providing vital services to County residents.
Impacts from Private-Sector Surveillance Technology
The growing proliferation of digital technology and the internet leads to more opportunities for your personal data to be shared and/or compromised. Your online information also leads to targeted advertising as a variety of internet-based companies monetize your personal information. Social media combined with artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic-driven decision making impact the information you see and how your information is used to make decisions that impact each of us.
Use of Surveillance Technology by Public Safety and Justice (PSJ) Departments
The Public Safety and Justice (PSJ) Departments (District Attorney, Probation, Public Defender, and Sheriff Offices) utilize surveillance technologies such as automated license plate readers, body-worn cameras, drones and ankle monitors. These technologies support investigations, evidence gathering, and inmate custody safety.