Effective surveillance can be a major challenge. The first hurdle lies in gathering enough data to be useful. Then, once you have enough data, the second question is how to sort what’s useful from what isn’t. And once you’ve figured that one out, you need a system that ensures the right people can access the […]

As of January 2022, House Bill 1223 will take effect, requiring law enforcement officers nationwide to electronically record audio and video footage of all interrogations of juveniles or related to a felony. Prior to this Bill, the decision to require or not require interrogations to be recorded was made on a state by state basis.  This will […]

Cybercrime is a serious and prevalent threat in today’s society. Virtually every sector has been impacted by digital security breaches, from businesses to governmental entities. While the focus of law enforcement has traditionally been on stopping physical threats, increasingly agencies must now also deal with cyber threats, including attempted breaches of police department communication systems […]

We live in a time of unprecedented technological change. From video games and streaming services to video conferencing, social media and news services, so many aspects of our lives change every year as new platforms are introduced and old ones are updated.  When it comes to law enforcement technology, things are no different. And just […]

Body-worn cameras (BWCs) have become an essential tool for modern law enforcement, providing objective evidence that supports investigations, strengthens prosecutions, protects officers, and builds public trust. While early discussions around body cameras focused on transparency and accountability, today’s agencies recognize an even greater benefit: creating a complete, reliable digital evidence record that can stand up […]

The use of Body Worn Cameras (BWCs) by police in the USA is legislated on a state-by-state basis. For this reason, any department looking to implement a BWC program needs to know where it stands in relation to local laws.  For your reference, below you will find a list of states with legislation relating to […]

Since body worn cameras (BWCs) were first introduced to police departments in the US, they have been the subject of a huge amount of speculation and debate. And while much has been said and written about how police body worn cameras (BWCs) affect police transparency and public relations, much less has been said about how […]

As we look forward to the new year, it’s a good time to look back at some of the best police chases caught on camera in 2021.  Mounted dash cams have become invaluable to police departments for recording evidence of stops, chases and any other incidents that may occur in the car’s vicinity. But as YouTube has […]

While every year comes with its ups and downs, it seems fair to say that, globally speaking, the past two years have proven to be particularly difficult. However, alongside these challenges we’ve also seen some exciting developments.  From social issues to technological progress, our lives seem to be changing faster than ever. Many of us […]

In this article, we discuss the format, importance and benefits of conducting a body cam audit in your department.