Policy Text
424.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This policy provides guidelines for the use of all audio/video recording devices by members of this
department while in the performance of their duties. Audio/video recording devices includes, but
is not limited to mobile video systems, body-worn cameras, digital cameras, and/or fixed security
cameras.
Audio and video recording of contacts between Department members and the public provides an
objective record of events, and the use of a recording system assists Department members in
the performance of their duties by providing a digital record of enforcement and investigations.
A recording of an event or contact also enables the delivery of timely, relevant and appropriate
training to maximize safety for our employees and improve the provision of services to the
community.
424.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include:
Activate - Any process that causes the recording system to transmit or store video or audio data
in an active mode.
Body worn camera (BWC) - Any device that captures audio and video that is capable of being
worn on an officer's person.
Digital media technician - Department member who is certified or trained in the operational use
of all recording systems, duplicating methods, storage and retrieval methods and procedures, and
who have a working knowledge of video forensics and evidentiary procedures.
Digital Evidence Management System (DEMS) - A management system designed to digitally
collect, store, secure, disseminate and purge recorded media. The digital recordings are
accessible to authorized personnel and maintain an audit trail of user activity.
Mobile Audio/Video (MAV) system - Any system that captures audio and video signals, is
capable of installation in a vehicle, and includes at a minimum a camera, microphone, recorder,
and monitor. An "in car camera system" is synonymous term for an MAV system.
Personally-owned recorder - A recording device, including but not limited to a cellular telephone,
handheld video recorder, handheld voice recorder, that is used by the Department member during
his/her shift, but not owned by the Department.
Recorded Media - Audio or video signals recorded or digitally stored on a storage device or
portable media.