A growing trend among local governments, including Denver, Colorado, involves decommissioning existing automatic license plate reader (ALPR) systems from providers like **Flock Safety**. The stated intention often revolves around reevaluating public safety technologies. However, a critical perspective suggests that merely swapping one ALPR vendor for another, such as **Axon Enterprise**, may not fundamentally alter the scope of data collection or improve citizen privacy. Critics liken this switch to a 'gambling addict trying to kick the habit by switching from FanDuel to DraftKings' – a change in platform, but not in fundamental practice. **Axon** cameras, much like their **Flock** counterparts, are designed to capture a significant amount of personal data that extends beyond just license plate numbers. This comprehensive data acquisition means that a municipality transitioning to **Axon** systems may not necessarily reduce the privacy implications for its residents. The core issue of pervasive surveillance through ALPR technology remains, regardless of the brand name on the camera.