For Immediate Release

September 3, 2026

MEDIA ADVISORY: WCSO to Host ALPR Press Conference

At 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam will hold a press conference to provide information regarding the Sheriff’s Office’s use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology.

Local media are invited to attend and will have the opportunity to ask questions regarding the technology and its use by the Sheriff’s Office. Media will also have an opportunity to capture B-roll of the agency’s use of ALPR technology and learn more about the information available to the community.

What: Press Conference with Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam regarding the Sheriff’s Office’s use of ALPR technology.

When: Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.

Media are asked to arrive by 7:30 a.m. so they can be escorted inside for set up.

Where: Nevada Room at the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, 911 Parr Boulevard, Reno, NV 89512

Contact: WCSO Public Information Office, sheriffmedia@washoecounty.gov

Communications Team

Media Phone (Non-Active Incidents): (775) 484-9821
Patrol Media Phone (Active Incidents Only): (775) 721-0076

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