Law Enforcement Procedures: Body-Worn Cameras

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When must deputies inform other public safety personnel of recording activations?

At the end of their shift

Immediately after recording starts

Before leaving the scene of an incident

As soon as it is safe to do so (correct)

In what situation are deputies not required to obtain consent from anyone when recording?

When interacting with the general public

When in a private residence

When engaged in an investigative or enforcement activity and lawfully in the area (correct)

During a routine patrol

Why may activation of a BWC not be required or may be delayed?

To ensure the safety of the deputy or another person (correct)

To comply with local laws and regulations

To avoid recording sensitive information

To protect the deputy's identity

What happens to the BWC if an exception is temporary in nature?

It is reactivated once enforcement or investigative activity resumes Signup and view all the answers

Who can demand that a deputy initiate or cease recording of an event?

No one, deputies have discretion Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of informing individuals that they are being recorded when feasible?

To respect their privacy Signup and view all the answers

In what type of situation may a deputy delay activating a BWC?

When discussing enforcement options Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when deciding whether to activate a BWC?

The safety of the deputy or another person Signup and view all the answers

When must deputies activate their BWC?

Prior to initiating any investigative or enforcement activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of activating a BWC during investigative or enforcement activities?

To document the incident for later investigation or review Signup and view all the answers

When can a deputy deactivate their BWC?

After the incident is concluded Signup and view all the answers

What is an exception to activating a BWC?

During a witness or victim interview Signup and view all the answers

What type of stops require a BWC to be activated?

Both vehicle and pedestrian stops Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a BWC?

To document incidents for later investigation or review Signup and view all the answers

When can a deputy power off their BWC?

After the incident is concluded Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of activating a BWC during calls for service?

To document the incident for later investigation or review Signup and view all the answers

What happens to recordings that are unrelated to official duties?

They are categorized as 'pending review'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding the 'retain' category to a video?

To explain the reason for additional retention. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to recordings that are categorized as 'test/training/accidental'?

They are retained until the category is removed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of categorizing a video as 'administrative'?

To request administrative review of the video. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to recordings that are related to official duties?

They are retained according to the State of Florida General Records Retention Schedules. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of categorizing a video as 'Rachel's Law'?

To identify a documented confidential informant. Signup and view all the answers

Who reviews incidents captured in a BWC recording for administrative or criminal investigations?

Criminal Investigations or Internal Affairs investigators Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum retention period for recordings according to the State of Florida General Records Retention Schedules?

The minimum retention period is not specified. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for categorizing recordings?

The deputy who made the recording. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reviewing digital recordings for deputies?

For report writing, providing statements, training purposes, and investigation Signup and view all the answers

When must a deputy provide a statement or write a report?

After viewing the video Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reviewing requests for video captured at the Fort Lauderdale / Hollywood International Airport or Port Everglades Districts?

To ensure that no security-sensitive information is released Signup and view all the answers

How often should a deputy visually inspect the camera?

At the beginning of each shift Signup and view all the answers

What should a deputy do if they encounter a malfunction, damage, loss, or theft of the camera?

Report it to their immediate supervisor and the Digital Evidence Unit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of documenting incidents on an Incident Report?

To track incidents involving the camera Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy related to the review of incidents captured in a BWC recording?

Review is available for administrative or criminal investigations Signup and view all the answers

When should supervisors document the review in the Digital Evidence Unit’s Supervisory Review Log?

Prior to reviewing the video Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the situations where supervisors shall review video associated with assigned administrative investigations?

When the deputy is placed on a Notice of Improvement Needed plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the supervisor's action at the scene of deputy-involved shootings, in-custody deaths, or serious bodily injury?

Make personal contact with the subject Deputy and ensure the camera remains in place Signup and view all the answers

Who responds to upload the video in the presence of a representative from the investigating unit?

The Digital Evidence Unit Supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the camera after the scene is deemed safe?

The camera remains in place on the deputy until Crime Scene arrives Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the supervisor stating on camera at the scene of critical incidents?

To indicate the scene is deemed safe Signup and view all the answers

What is required before the supervisor deactivates the camera at the scene of critical incidents?

The scene must be deemed safe Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring the camera remains in place on the deputy until Crime Scene arrives?

The supervisor on the scene Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Body-Worn Camera (BWC) Policy

Deputies will activate their BWC prior to initiating any investigative or enforcement activity, including: • Vehicle stops • Pedestrian stops • Calls for service • Code 3 responses • Foot pursuits • Searches • Arrests • Prisoner transports • Use of Force • Crowd management and control • Witness or victim interviews
Deputies will activate their BWC when contacts with other people become adversarial.
Once activated, the BWC will not be powered off or deactivated until the incident/event is concluded or pursuant to an approved exception.

Activation Exemptions

Activation of a BWC may not be required, may be delayed, or may be temporarily deactivated if the circumstances meet certain exceptions, including: • Failing to take immediate action that would jeopardize the safety of the deputy or another person.

Video Retention

All recordings will be minimally retained in accordance with the State of Florida General Records Retention Schedules.
Videos may be retained longer if necessary, and the requesting employee shall add the "retain" category and a note explaining the reason for additional retention.
Videos unrelated to official duties will be categorized as "pending review."
Accidental recordings will be categorized as "test/training/accidental."
Documented confidential informants will be categorized as "Rachel's Law."
Videos requiring administrative review will be categorized as "administrative."

Review and Use of Recordings

Deputies may review relevant digital recordings for report writing, providing statements, training purposes, preparation for court appearances, and investigations.
Supervisors will review video associated with assigned administrative investigations.
Command personnel will review video captured at the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport or Port Everglades Districts prior to dissemination.

Equipment Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair

Deputies will visually inspect the camera at the beginning of each shift to ensure it is operationally ready.
Malfunctions, damage, loss, or theft of the camera must be immediately reported to the deputy's immediate supervisor and the Digital Evidence Unit, and documented on an Incident Report.
Supervisors will document the review of video in the Digital Evidence Unit's Supervisory Review Log.

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