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Privacy & Surveillance in Milwaukee, WI (2026)

1 verified privacy & surveillance rules for Milwaukee, Wisconsin, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Security Camera Rules

Milwaukee's police chief can order any retail establishment tied to 3 or more crime incidents in a year to install security cameras covering the premises, entrance, and parking lot.

Milwaukee Can Mandate Retail Security Cameras

Significant Restrictions

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 105-91-4.a-1 (Volume 1, Ch. 105 — Public Safety)

Security cameras shall be installed and maintained in proper working order and operate during all hours the retail establishment is open to customers. Each security camera shall display an accurate date and time stamp on each image and produce retrievable images suitable for permanent police records. a-2. Security cameras shall be installed so as to provide clear imag...

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