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Police Officer Body Cams: Current Benefits
March 22, 2018 at 6:25:58 PM
Body cams are becoming increasingly common in police departments across the United States, and for good reason. They're not only useful in recording important events, they can make a positive impact when it comes to both officer and civilian accountability. If you haven't already heard about the b...
3 Important Police Body Camera Considerations to Remember Before Implementation
March 22, 2018 at 6:22:24 PM
By March 2015, approximately one-third of the United States' 18,000 police departments had implemented the use of body cameras. Their introduction into the police force has had numerous positive impacts on law enforcement officer and civilian safety. Where cruiser dash cameras aren't able to...
New York City Police Union Fights Body Cameras, Despite Their Benefits
March 22, 2018 at 6:19:01 PM
Police departments across the board are picking up body cameras for their officers to try to resolve this problem. The New York City Police Union, however, is fighting the movement, despite the advantages of police body cameras. The New York Times reported on January 9, 2018 that the NYC Pol...
Lights, Dash Camera, Action: The Unbiased Eye of the In Car Video System
January 8, 2018 at 7:01:46 PM
According to 2013 research, the global dash camera market was valued at approximately $1.4 billion and from 2014 to 2020 it's been expected to grow annually by 15.3%. They're incredibly popular in countries that don't have the insurance, liability, and police systems of the United States. ...
Can Your Police Department Cut Back Costs With These Data Storage Tips?
January 7, 2018 at 7:09:19 PM
At this point, most police departments understand the plethora of benefits that come with investing in police body cameras for use in interactions with the general public. In fact, according to a recent study, police equipped with body cameras receive 93% fewer complaints from the public. That bei...
3 Essential Components to Seek Out in Police Body Cameras
December 17, 2017 at 9:16:16 PM
When taking stock of police body camera benefits, the list is practically endless. Not only do these devices provide a record of police interactions with civilians, which can enhance evidence collection efforts, but they can ultimately help both officers and civilians alike when it comes to casting ...
Police Body Cameras: A Short And Simple FAQ
December 17, 2017 at 9:13:06 PM
In a recent Pew Research Center survey, 52% of police department administrators said that police body cameras would make the public more likely to cooperate with officers. That being said, it's important for law enforcement officers as well as common citizens to have a general understanding of body ...
Could Gun Cameras Become The New Police Body Cams?
October 27, 2017 at 12:00:00 AM
Police body cams have been embraced by departments all across the nation to protect both civilians and officers. In some cases, it’s a move that’s proven very effective. For instance, when the use of body cameras in the Rialto, California Police Department was evaluated, a 60% drop in use of force b...
Exploring 3 Complex Advantages Of Police Body Cams
October 6, 2017 at 12:00:00 AM
As of March 2015, about one-third of the 18,000 police departments in the U.S. were using body cameras, and the adoption rate has only grown in the years since. By now, most law enforcement officers understand that police body cameras improve accountability, limit the use of excess force, and preven...
4 Pro-Tips For Optimizing Your Police Dash Cam’s Footage
September 25, 2017 at 12:00:00 AM
By now, most police officers understand the plethora of benefits that come with investing in law enforcement dash cameras. In fact, in 2000, only 3,400 (11%) of state police and highway patrol vehicles had in-car cameras, but today, it is estimated that about 72% of all state patrol vehicles utilize...