Lauri Läänemets and Sirle Loigo stated on Vikerraadio that they do not wish to create a surveillance society. They mentioned that automated systems help catch offenders, but a surveillance society is not a good solution. Carri Ginter warned that the state may change in the future and start using different policies.
Läänemets mentioned that the number of traffic accidents has increased because there are fewer police officers. He said that if there are fewer police officers, people get used to it and start driving faster. The solution is not to hire more police officers but to find smarter solutions.
Loigo emphasized that police officers are an expensive resource for the state. She said that the police must find smarter solutions to work more efficiently. Automated surveillance helps, but police officers will not disappear from the streets.
Ginter said that excessive surveillance and punishment can create defiance. He mentioned that some roads are designed in such a way that exceeding the speed limit is necessary. When people get fined, they may become angry.
Läänemets said that no one wants to create a large database where all people are under surveillance. He mentioned that automatic cameras are useful, but they should not be abused.
Ginter warned that the creation of large databases must be avoided. He said that police databases contain a lot of data that should not be there. He emphasized that the state should not monitor law-abiding citizens.
Läänemets said that a balance must be found in the use of technology. He emphasized that it is important how data is used and how long it is retained.