Short answer: Yes. Flock cameras are designed to read license plates around the clock — including
at night. Flock says its cameras use infrared technology in darkness and low-light conditions, although
weather, glare, camera angle and plate condition can still affect individual reads.
How night reads work
Flock's published materials say the system uses infrared illumination to capture reflective license plates after dark. The company's FAQ also notes that non-reflective or unlit details may appear dark, so a night image is optimized for the plate rather than for a broad, full-color view of the scene.
What this means for you
- "It was dark" is not a reason your plate wasn't logged — assume reads happen at all hours.
- Night driving past a Flock camera produces the same record as daytime: plate, timestamp, location.
- Whether that record is kept for 30 days or years depends on local policy — see data retention.
Bottom line: for privacy planning, treat Flock coverage as continuous — the camera doesn't sleep,
and neither does the logging.
Related questions
How far can Flock cameras read a plate?
Flock publishes motion detection up to 75 feet, but that is not a guaranteed plate-read distance. Full answer →
What do Flock cameras look like?
Small box-shaped units on poles, often with solar panels. Full answer →
Do Flock cameras follow you?
No — but multiple fixed cameras can reconstruct your route. Full answer →