Automatic number-plate recognition (ANPR) cameras capture vehicle registration plate numbers using optical character recognition technology.

Invented in the UK in 1976 and entering widespread use from the 1990s, ANPR technology is often associated with speed cameras and police cameras. However, it can also be used in closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems for security and access purposes.

In this blog post, we’ll break down just how ANPR cameras work.

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