LICENSE PLATE & VEHICLE RECOGNITION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

How Can Your Agency Identify Vehicle Leads to Accelerate Investigations?

PlateRanger is built for law enforcement to solve cases faster and protect communities—securely and compliantly

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Common Approaches to Identifying Suspect Vehicles

Manual Identification

Law enforcement agencies that don’t use technology for identifying license plates typically rely on witnesses, on-scene information, and patrol officers who perform manual traffic stops.

License Plate Recognition (LPR)

License plate recognition systems use a combination of cameras and software to capture license plates and vehicle information automatically.

What to Consider in LPR Solutions

Choosing the right LPR system is critical for ensuring public safety and operational efficiency. Here are key factors to keep in mind.

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Reliable, Trusted Results

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Plate Accuracy & Partial Plate Recognition

Not all LPR systems reliably capture plates in low-light conditions, bad weather, or at high speeds. Some also lack the ability to recognize and match partial plates, limiting their effectiveness in investigations.

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Video Evidence for Investigations

Capturing video alongside plate reads provides crucial investigative context. However, not all LPR systems offer automated video capture, potentially leaving agencies without critical evidence.

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Open API for Seamless Integration

PlateRanger's open API keeps vehicle intelligence flowing across your RTCC and critical public safety platforms — no silos, no gaps.

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Data Security

Law enforcement expects their LPR system to protect sensitive data, meet CJIS requirements, maintain a clear chain of custody, and maintain security, data control and compliance.

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Collect What Matters. Clear What Doesn't.

Patented incident-based retention stores only vehicles tied to hotlists. Unrelated reads are cleared following agency retention policies — balancing investigative needs with community privacy.

PlateRanger vs. Other LPRs

Features/ServicesOther LPRs
Live Video of Each ReadIncluded?
Mobile App with LPR ScanningIncluded?
ShotSpotter & CrimeTracer IntegrationsIncluded?
Bi-directional IntegrationsOpen API; including AXON Fusus integration?
24x7 SupportIncluded?
Why choose plateranger for lpr?

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Customer Stories

Why Law Enforcement Agencies Across the U.S. Trust SoundThinking for Their Technology

CT Police Department

We’ve been using ShotSpotter successfully for years to improve our response time to shootings and save lives, and Rekor to provide accurate and rapid vehicle and license plate recognition to identify criminal suspect vehicles. The idea of more tightly integrating these two useful and proven products is compelling and can provide even better investigative insight for our department to prevent and solve crimes, ultimately supporting our mission to protect and serve the community.

Patrol Captain Paul Grech
Bridgeport
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See How PlateRanger Can Help Your Agency with Smarter Intelligence

PlateRanger’s unique combination of high-definition cameras, app technology, and real-time alerts give law enforcement a leg up in any investigations involving vehicles.

Here’s what you can expect after filling out the form:

  1. An expert on our team will respond within one business day.

  2. We will schedule a quick call to understand your LPR needs.

  3. We will give you a custom demo designed for your agency.

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