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What type of interactions should not be recorded by the BWC?
What type of interactions should not be recorded by the BWC?
- Traffic stops initiated by a plainclothes officer
- Conversations with undercover officers (correct)
- All enforcement actions
- Routine, non-enforcement related activities (correct)
What should an officer do if they suspect a confidential informant was recorded?
What should an officer do if they suspect a confidential informant was recorded?
- Delete the footage immediately
- Ignore the situation
- Notify the emergency communications center (correct)
- Review the footage for evidence
When can BWC recordings occur in locations with a reasonable expectation of privacy?
When can BWC recordings occur in locations with a reasonable expectation of privacy?
- During any routine patrol
- Always if the officer feels it is necessary
- When recording a compliant subject
- Only during active incidents (correct)
What is the primary responsibility of the Inspection Section regarding BWC procedures?
What is the primary responsibility of the Inspection Section regarding BWC procedures?
Which of the following activities is specifically prohibited from being recorded by BWCs?
Which of the following activities is specifically prohibited from being recorded by BWCs?
How many BWC video supervisory reviews must each district commander assign weekly?
How many BWC video supervisory reviews must each district commander assign weekly?
What should officers do before deactivating the BWC during a tactical discussion?
What should officers do before deactivating the BWC during a tactical discussion?
In what scenario can department personnel be recorded during non-enforcement activities?
In what scenario can department personnel be recorded during non-enforcement activities?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for an officer to insert their BWC system into its dock?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for an officer to insert their BWC system into its dock?
How should officers proceed after a tactical discussion where the BWC was deactivated?
How should officers proceed after a tactical discussion where the BWC was deactivated?
What percentage of a specialized unit's law enforcement activities must be assigned for BWC supervisory reviews?
What percentage of a specialized unit's law enforcement activities must be assigned for BWC supervisory reviews?
What should officers do if their BWC system was activated but no supervisory investigation was required during a detail?
What should officers do if their BWC system was activated but no supervisory investigation was required during a detail?
What action is proper the DVR is activated but an officer continues their investigation with a subject being transported?
What action is proper the DVR is activated but an officer continues their investigation with a subject being transported?
Which of the following best describes the use of facial recognition software in relation to BWC recordings?
Which of the following best describes the use of facial recognition software in relation to BWC recordings?
Who has the discretion in assigning BWC video reviews within a district?
Who has the discretion in assigning BWC video reviews within a district?
In what situation must officers insert their BWC system into a dock immediately following a detail?
In what situation must officers insert their BWC system into a dock immediately following a detail?
What is the procedure for a supervisor when relevant footage is found on a BWC?
What is the procedure for a supervisor when relevant footage is found on a BWC?
In which document does a supervisor need to note when BWC footage is available?
In which document does a supervisor need to note when BWC footage is available?
What must be done with BWC video files after the 90-day retention period?
What must be done with BWC video files after the 90-day retention period?
What is required for the City Prosecutor’s Office to obtain a copy of BWC footage for court purposes?
What is required for the City Prosecutor’s Office to obtain a copy of BWC footage for court purposes?
Which form must be marked clearly with 'BWC' and 'ACE' during an OVI arrest?
Which form must be marked clearly with 'BWC' and 'ACE' during an OVI arrest?
How should requests for copies of BWC video files originating from within the Department be submitted?
How should requests for copies of BWC video files originating from within the Department be submitted?
Who has access to BWC video files for legal purposes as needed?
Who has access to BWC video files for legal purposes as needed?
What is the requirement for officers wishing to obtain their own BWC video files?
What is the requirement for officers wishing to obtain their own BWC video files?
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Study Notes
Body Worn Cameras (BWC) - Policies and Procedures
- Activation Requirements: Officers must activate BWC systems and record all incidents involving the public, including but not limited to traffic stops, arrests, use of force, and calls for service.
- Non-Recording Exceptions: Officers are not required to record interactions with the public in specific situations, including:
- Discussions/briefs regarding tactics and/or strategies
- Non-enforcement related activities unless:
- Recording is required by a court order
- Authorized as part of an administrative or criminal investigation
- Confidentiality: Officers are prohibited from recording:
- Confidential informants or undercover officers
- Department personnel during routine, non-enforcement related activities unless required by court order or investigation
- Privacy: Officers are not allowed to record in locations where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy, including:
- Restrooms
- Locker rooms
- Detention or hospital facilities
- BWC Usage During Outside Employment: Officers working outside employment with police service detail/PVO must follow specific BWC procedures, including:
- Recording: BWC systems are not required to be docked unless the officer was involved in an incident needing investigation by a supervisor.
- Supervisory Review: District Commanders are responsible for assigning BWC video reviews for all officers.
- Retention and Availability:
- Recordings are generally retained for 90 days unless categorized for retention.
- Requests for BWC videos must be made within the 90-day retention and availability period.
- Redactions: If a copy of a BWC video is requested for legal purposes, Police Records will redact any information that is:
- Confidential
- Sensitive
- Not relevant to the case
Facial Recognition Software
- Facial recognition software may be used by police to analyze recordings of specific incidents when reasonable suspicion exists that a suspect or a person in need of assistance is a subject of the recording.
- This is not a blanket authorization for facial recognition use; it is specific to situations with reasonable suspicion.
Additional Information
- Recordings are confidential: The recordings are confidential and may not be shared with unauthorized individuals.
- All officers have access to the BWC policy: All officers must be familiar with the BWC policy, and any questions should be directed to their supervisor.
- The BWC policy is subject to change: The BWC policy is subject to change, and all officers must be aware of any revisions.
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