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What should be done with a video that does not meet the definition of 'body camera' video?
What should be done with a video that does not meet the definition of 'body camera' video?
- It should be reviewed by Internal Affairs.
- It should be retained for at least 90 days.
- It should be shared with all officers on duty.
- It should be immediately deleted. (correct)
When should an officer notify the on-duty watch commander about a video with sensitive content?
When should an officer notify the on-duty watch commander about a video with sensitive content?
- When the officer has free time.
- As soon as possible. (correct)
- After 24 hours.
- Only if asked by Internal Affairs.
Who is responsible for categorizing a sensitive video as 'confidential' in the digital evidence management system?
Who is responsible for categorizing a sensitive video as 'confidential' in the digital evidence management system?
- The on-duty watch commander. (correct)
- The Internal Affairs investigator.
- The recording officer.
- Any officer on duty.
What action should the watch commander take after categorizing a sensitive video as 'confidential' in the system?
What action should the watch commander take after categorizing a sensitive video as 'confidential' in the system?
Who is assigned to review a video with sensitive content to ensure no law enforcement activity was captured?
Who is assigned to review a video with sensitive content to ensure no law enforcement activity was captured?
What should be done with non-law enforcement related videos that have lost their administrative value?
What should be done with non-law enforcement related videos that have lost their administrative value?
How can an officer ensure the privacy of sensitive content videos?
How can an officer ensure the privacy of sensitive content videos?
Why might a female investigator be asked to review certain videos from specific locations?
Why might a female investigator be asked to review certain videos from specific locations?
What action should the reviewing investigator take if the video captured both law enforcement activity and private information?
What action should the reviewing investigator take if the video captured both law enforcement activity and private information?
In the absence of an appropriate Internal Affairs investigator, who has the authority to assign a detective from CID to review the video?
In the absence of an appropriate Internal Affairs investigator, who has the authority to assign a detective from CID to review the video?
Who is responsible for the overall maintenance, management, training, and retention of the Mobile Video System?
Who is responsible for the overall maintenance, management, training, and retention of the Mobile Video System?
When are officers allowed to use Body Worn Cameras (BWCs) according to the text?
When are officers allowed to use Body Worn Cameras (BWCs) according to the text?
What minimal requirement should BWC training meet, according to department policy?
What minimal requirement should BWC training meet, according to department policy?
What should happen if no law enforcement activity was captured by the video?
What should happen if no law enforcement activity was captured by the video?
What would be the role of CID in maintaining privacy and dignity of members captured in any video?
What would be the role of CID in maintaining privacy and dignity of members captured in any video?
What action must members take if their BWC was not activated during a law enforcement action?
What action must members take if their BWC was not activated during a law enforcement action?
In what situation can the officer(s) obligation to obtain signed consent or written statements not be replaced by BWC video recordings?
In what situation can the officer(s) obligation to obtain signed consent or written statements not be replaced by BWC video recordings?
Who must approve the copying of videos for training purposes?
Who must approve the copying of videos for training purposes?
Who are the authorized users for livestreaming feature access?
Who are the authorized users for livestreaming feature access?
What ranks of personnel are limited to access the livestreaming feature?
What ranks of personnel are limited to access the livestreaming feature?
When should an officer attempt to have verbal statements by witnesses or suspects recorded?
When should an officer attempt to have verbal statements by witnesses or suspects recorded?
What is required to be documented in the narrative of applicable reports?
What is required to be documented in the narrative of applicable reports?
What should officers do before livestreaming using the BWC system?
What should officers do before livestreaming using the BWC system?
What is the main purpose of the body worn camera (BWC) policy according to the text?
What is the main purpose of the body worn camera (BWC) policy according to the text?
What does the body worn camera (BWC) policy aim to balance according to the text?
What does the body worn camera (BWC) policy aim to balance according to the text?
In addition to recording contacts with the public, what is another purpose of body worn cameras (BWC) mentioned in the text?
In addition to recording contacts with the public, what is another purpose of body worn cameras (BWC) mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of keeping the Body Worn Camera (BWC) in buffering mode during the entirety of a SWAT team member's shift?
What is the purpose of keeping the Body Worn Camera (BWC) in buffering mode during the entirety of a SWAT team member's shift?
What role does the body worn camera (BWC) serve in helping officers with report writing according to the text?
What role does the body worn camera (BWC) serve in helping officers with report writing according to the text?
When should members of the Central Florida Metro SWAT Team activate their BWC when dispatched to a call for service?
When should members of the Central Florida Metro SWAT Team activate their BWC when dispatched to a call for service?
What is one way in which body worn camera (BWC) recordings can be used for officer training?
What is one way in which body worn camera (BWC) recordings can be used for officer training?
In which instances should a Central Florida Metro SWAT Team member activate their BWC when transporting individuals in an agency vehicle?
In which instances should a Central Florida Metro SWAT Team member activate their BWC when transporting individuals in an agency vehicle?
What is an essential aspect of the policy regarding storage and security of video/audio recordings?
What is an essential aspect of the policy regarding storage and security of video/audio recordings?
What is the purpose of activating the BWC when transporting civilians or arrestees in an agency vehicle?
What is the purpose of activating the BWC when transporting civilians or arrestees in an agency vehicle?
How does the body worn camera (BWC) policy aim to enhance public trust?
How does the body worn camera (BWC) policy aim to enhance public trust?
What action triggers the activation of the Body Worn Camera (BWC) for members of the Central Florida Metro SWAT Team?
What action triggers the activation of the Body Worn Camera (BWC) for members of the Central Florida Metro SWAT Team?
What is not an intended purpose of the policy regarding the use of Body Worn Cameras (BWC) by Central Florida Metro SWAT Team members?
What is not an intended purpose of the policy regarding the use of Body Worn Cameras (BWC) by Central Florida Metro SWAT Team members?
What happens during the buffering mode of a Body Worn Camera (BWC) system?
What happens during the buffering mode of a Body Worn Camera (BWC) system?
Under what circumstance should Central Florida Metro SWAT Team members deactivate their Body Worn Camera (BWC) when transporting individuals?
Under what circumstance should Central Florida Metro SWAT Team members deactivate their Body Worn Camera (BWC) when transporting individuals?
Study Notes
Body Worn Camera Systems
- The policy provides guidelines for officers using body worn camera (BWC) equipment to record contacts with the public, preserve evidence, and enhance public trust.
Purpose and Activation Criteria
- The purpose of BWCs is to:
- Be transparent in law enforcement services
- Preserve evidence of employee interactions with the public
- Capture and preserve evidence for court
- Assist employees in recalling facts and writing reports
- Serve as a training tool for officer safety and best practices
- Activation criteria include:
- Keeping BWC in buffering mode during entire shift
- Activating BWC prior to arrival on a scene when dispatched to a call for service
- Activating BWC when transporting civilians or arrestees in agency vehicles
- Documenting BWC activation in law enforcement activity reports
Livestreaming
- Only authorized users with rank of Watch Commander (lieutenant/acting lieutenant) or higher have access to the livestreaming feature
- Authorized users must abide by activation criteria
Video Retention and Deletion
- Videos that do not meet the definition of "body camera" video may be purged prior to the 90-day retention period if administrative value is lost or never existed
- Videos with sensitive content should be deleted as soon as permissible to maximize member privacy
- The on-duty watch commander categorizes videos with sensitive content as "confidential" and notifies Internal Affairs for review
Mobile Video System Administrator
- Responsible for overall maintenance, management, training, and retention of BWC systems
- Acts as a liaison to Information Technology, the Technology and Forensics Unit, and associated vendors
Training
- Officers must receive training prior to using BWC systems
- Training must meet current manufacturer guidelines and specifications, as well as department policy
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Test your knowledge of documenting law enforcement activities as required by Policy and Procedure in Initial Police Reports, Arrest Affidavits, and other applicable paperwork. Understand the importance of noting Body-Worn Camera (BWC) activation and recording statements accurately.
