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NY A09279
Bill
Status
2/10/2016
Primary Sponsor
Daniel O'Donnell
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AI Summary
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Establishes a pilot program requiring the Department of Corrections Commissioner to implement body-worn cameras on correction officers supervising general population inmates at one maximum security facility
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Mandates at least 50 correction officers on a single shift wear personal video recording devices that capture both audio and video of all officer-inmate interactions
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Requires all equipment installation within six months of the law's effective date in 2016
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Specifies video recordings must be catalogued and retained by the department for a minimum of six months
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Directs the Commissioner to establish rules and regulations setting minimum equipment standards and protecting the personal privacy of recorded individuals
Legislative Description
Relates to establishing a pilot program for the use of body-worn cameras on certain correction officers.
Last Action
ordered to third reading rules cal.400
6/15/2016