Body Camera
Police body cameras are in high demand by the public and offer numerous advantages to agencies. Find the latest on body-worn camera legislation, funding, training and more via our regularly updated dashboard.
A police department must understand its state’s public records law, and any existing exemptions, before implementing body-worn cameras
It’s important to consider the level of training required to ensure successful use of the devices
How you approach the release of BWC video could mean the difference between driving the narrative and trying to catch up
“I was handed, when I took over, what I believed were politically based and politically motivated prosecutions against police officers.”
“Sometimes a call can really get your goat,” the Enid Police Department stated
A man fired on one cruiser and rammed others before shooting a Jacksonville officer in the neck
The new camera system pair directly with officers’ Axon BWCs allowing officers to sync directly with their dashcam audio
Officials finalized a policy and have begun issuing body-worn cameras in a rollout to several hundred employees
The V7000 camera integrates with Motorola Solutions’ command center, in-car video and radio solutions to offer agencies enhanced awareness before, during and after an incident
The suspect quickly turned and blindsided the officer, continuing to punch her while she was down
‘I was thinking there was a good chance he might need help because I didn’t see his car,’ said Villanova senior Phil Sandor
The sheriff’s office said the suspect was in active violation of his probation for a DUI and a warrant had been issued for his arrest
Grants totaling $1.5M will outfit Gary officers with dash cams, body-worn cameras and more
If the council approves the ordinance, eligible members will receive $650 within 30 days of when the agreement goes into effect
Butler County commissioners approve a contract with Axon for three years
The move ends Portland’s status of being the largest municipal police agency in the nation without body-worn cameras
Body-worn video captures the rescue and CPR efforts after a driver crashed into a retention pond
The Axon Body 4 has features focused on wearer location, improved communication and sharper picture image
Video from several officers shows the standoff and shooting involving an escaped parolee
Chief John Drake said the shooter had elaborate planning, including surveillance of the school before the attack
Bodycam footage that is properly integrated into your agency’s training program can have a profound impact on officer behavior and organizational culture
The union said they wanted to address the training, maintenance and administrative duties needed to implement the new tech
At question is officers being directed to write a statement about what happened before reviewing video footage and writing a supplemental report after
Officer Michael Skinner saved the terrified chihuahua that had been treading water for over 40 minutes
Gulfport officer faced threats following the shooting of Jaheim McMillan, whose mother said she did not believe he was armed
Public Safety Commissioner James Montagnino counters claims of negligence saying video shows Cali Brown placed herself in the line of fire
Portland remains the only city of the 75 largest municipal police agencies in the nation without body cameras
Sonoma County sheriff challenges news report and releases body camera video to dispute claims of harassment and retaliation
The new policy is a specific recommendation of a 200-page Transparency Matters report on the Colorado Springs PD’s use of force
KSP will hire 28 civilian employees to assist in documentation, maintenance and archival of video footage captured through the new video recording system
As officers entered a home to serve an involuntary commitment order, the woman opened fire, hitting an officer and forcing others to take cover
“When someone does a good job, the officers don’t typically come forward, but other officers will say ‘Hey, why don’t you look at this person’s body camera, they did a really good job’”
As paramedics were treating the suspect, he can be heard on video yelling, “I shot that b***h in her face”
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