BWC Policies: 8 Important Issues For Chiefs and Sheriffs
A robust BWC policy is the backbone of the SRT BWC Program. Having a
comprehensive policy that is based on a department’s philosophy assists with transparency both internally and externally.Read more…
BWCs in a Small Agency: Accountability and Meaningful Changes
Researchers from the University of Southern Indiana studied body-worn
cameras in a small, suburban city to see the impacts on the way police officers were held or felt accountable for their behavior. Read more…
Community Perceptions About Body-Worn Cameras
With the proliferation of body-worn cameras in numerous agencies across the country, what are the views of communities as these devices are being used? Two major studies in three different communities provide us with some answers. Read more…
Body-Worn Camera Training Tips
Training is one of the most important components of a Body-Worn Camera (BWC) program. A training guide (available on the SRT website) provides a recommended approach on how agencies could roll-out their BWC programs. Read more…
Policy in Practice: Officer and Supervisor Review of Video Footage
Popular questions about body-worn cameras involve the review of video footage by officers and supervisors. That is, when can officers review their footage? When should supervisors review footage? Read more…