Body-Worn Cameras

Guidelines for recording, activating, and managing body camera footage.

Body-worn camera policy explains when officers must activate and deactivate cameras, what events must be recorded, how to handle sensitive situations, and how recordings are stored and reviewed. Study the activation triggers, exceptions, privacy considerations, discipline for non-compliance, and rules for reviewing footage before writing reports or giving statements.

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