| (1) |
Any law enforcement agency that uses body-worn cameras shall have a written policy governing the use of body-worn cameras that is consistent with the provisions of this chapter. |
| (2) |
| (a) |
Any written policy regarding the use of body-worn cameras by a law enforcement agency shall, at a minimum:
| (i) |
comply with and include the requirements in this chapter; and |
| (ii) |
address the security, storage, and maintenance of data collected from body-worn cameras. |
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| (b) |
Except as provided in Subsection 77-7a-104(11), this chapter does not prohibit a law enforcement agency from adopting body-worn camera policies that are more expansive than the minimum guidelines provided in this chapter. |
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| (3) |
This chapter does not require an officer to jeopardize the safety of the public, other law enforcement officers, or himself or herself in order to activate or deactivate a body-worn camera. |
Amended by Chapter 415, 2017 General Session
