Police Body Cameras News & Articles

• N.M. county inks $3.8M deal for body cameras

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  The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is now close to compliance with a new state law that requires bodycams for LEOs

• Choosing a BWC provider is no small task – so why did this sheriff’s office make a switch?

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  The advantages of body-worn cameras in law enforcement and corrections are well-documented, but the disadvantages can be an unwelcome surprise. Learn why this agency sought a new vendor after only three years.

• On-Demand Webinar: Next generation video technology programs for today’s public safety operations

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  Learn how Motorola Solutions' video technology programs can help agencies increase partnership, accessibility and safety

• Real-time intelligence: How live streaming from the field aids incident command

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  During an active shooter event or other act of mass violence, getting eyes on the scene is essential for command decisions

• Wis. PD gets grant for body cameras

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  Every officer will receive a camera and charging station, said Police Chief John Kreuziger

• Axon releases new features to improve police performance, transparency

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  The centerpiece of the rollout is “Priority-Ranked Video Audit” software, which uses AI to quickly identify “needle in the haystack” events among hours of bodycam footage

• Body-worn cameras and memory

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  What does the empirical evidence say about the impact of viewing BWC videos on an officer’s memory?

• LAPD asking for 2,600 more body cameras to outfit all cops

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  The cameras would go to some officers who work administrative jobs but might have occasional field duties

• 5 things to look for in your next body-worn camera system

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  Extended battery life, improved connectivity and the ability to record after the fact are key advantages offered by the WatchGuard V300 bodycam from Motorola Solutions

• Spotlight: PatrolEyes dedicated to providing affordable body cam solutions for every dept.'s budget

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  PatrolEyes carries a variety of body camera models in order to meet the unique needs of all police personnel

• Axon announces new products to improve police efficiencies, community safety

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  Offerings range from peer intervention virtual reality training to a transformed 911 experience

• New studies on body-worn cameras deliver some surprises

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  In court, whether BWC video captures a complete or just a partial recording of a force event has “a profound impact” on an accused officer’s fate

• Spotlight: Digital Ally and their video evidence technology is an ally to both law enforcement and the citizens they serve and protect

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  The company's main focus is to understand what is needed to serve and protect – both now and into the future.

• Bodycam transcripts reveal more detail in Floyd case

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  "Stop yelling. It takes a heck of a lot of oxygen to talk,” former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is recorded saying

• New Mexico mandates body cameras in wake of protests

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  The reforms apply to local and state law enforcement officers with the exception of tribal governments

• How purpose-built software-based documentation can speed use-of-force investigations

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  The documentation associated with investigating use-of-force incidents can consume a substantial number of hours. By using purpose-built software to compile these reports, law enforcement agencies can significantly reduce the time devoted to creating this documentation, while improving the accuracy of its content and the review of this information by investigators.

• Video: Bodycam footage released in police pursuit, fatal shooting of Calif. kidnapping suspect

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  Officers shot the suspect after he rammed his van into two patrol cars

• When this officer went down, his body camera system sent help

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  One officer’s story of distress and assistance illustrates why BodyWorn is more than a body camera – it’s a lifesaver

• Colorado law enforcement begin to implement sweeping police reform

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  One of the law’s biggest changes is how it alters qualified immunity for police

• After protests, Fla. sheriff changes mind about body cameras

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  The cameras would run the entire time they are worn, not just when a deputy draws a sidearm, which was originally planned

• NY governor signs bill mandating troopers wear body cameras

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  Troopers must wear them at all times and turn them on any time they are interacting with the public or responding to a call

• Ohio department gets grant for body cameras

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  The federal grant will fund the purchase of 36 body cameras for the Brook Park police department

• Axon launches body camera app with remote livestreaming

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  The Axon Aware app allows law enforcement to view livestream footage remotely and receive critical real-time alerts

• Giving a voice to the silent majority: Rural police leaders share challenges ahead

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  Out of a series of conversations between the feds and rural cops comes a report detailing the dire issues facing those who police small-town America

• Why the in-car video system is the logical hub for digital evidence

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  Today’s law enforcement in-car video systems interconnect devices officer-worn and in-vehicle devices for safe storage and convenient access

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