Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Lorex Technology Inc. amid concerns that its home security cameras may contain components tied to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
The probe will determine whether Lorex misled consumers by selling surveillance equipment that includes parts from a Chinese military-linked supplier.
At the center of the inquiry is Dahua Technology Co., a Chinese surveillance manufacturer designated by the U.S. Department of Defense as a “Chinese military company.” Lorex was acquired by Dahua in 2012 and later sold to Taiwan-based Skywatch in 2022, though reports suggest Dahua continues to supply key components for Lorex products.
“Texans should never have to worry that the devices protecting their homes could be tied to foreign adversaries,” Paxton said in a statement. “Any company that gives the CCP a foothold in American life will face the full force of Texas law.”
Federal agencies have previously flagged Dahua as a national security threat. Both the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Federal Communications Commission have restricted its products due to concerns about potential surveillance and data exposure. Despite those warnings, major retailers such as Amazon and Costco continue to sell Lorex cameras to consumers across Texas and the United States.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office will examine whether Lorex violated state consumer protection laws by marketing products as safe and secure while concealing potential national security risks.