Loading chat...
MO HB987
Bill
Status
2/18/2015
Primary Sponsor
Shawn Rhoads
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Recordings from peace officer cameras (body-worn, vehicle-mounted, or other devices) are exempt from Missouri's open records law under chapter 610 and can only be disclosed by court order or for criminal case prosecution/defense
-
The state cannot require law enforcement agencies to provide cameras to officers or mandate that officers wear them
-
Law enforcement agencies must retain recordings for at least 30 days but no longer than 90 days, unless needed for active criminal investigations or as evidence in criminal/civil cases
-
The attorney general has enforcement authority and may impose civil fines up to $5,000 per violation for improper disclosure or retention policy violations
Legislative Description
Provides that recordings from peace officers' cameras are not public records and prohibits the state from requiring the use or purchase of cameras
Last Action
Referred: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness(H)
2/25/2015