How Long Should Agencies Keep Body-Camera Footage?
Introduction Body-worn cameras (BWCs) capture crucial evidence that supports police accountability, transparency, and legal proceedings. One of the...
Integrating DEMS with Prosecutors and Court Systems
Introduction Digital Evidence Management Systems (DEMS) are critical tools for managing body-worn camera (BWC) footage, but their full potential is...
Best Practices for Video Retention and Chain of Custody
ntroduction With the rapid expansion of body-worn cameras (BWCs) in law enforcement, agencies must maintain strict control over how digital evidenc...
Why Choosing the Right Digital Evidence Management System Matters
Introduction For law enforcement agencies, a body-worn camera (BWC) program is only as effective as the Digital Evidence Management System (DEMS) t...
7 Questions to Ask Before Purchasing a Body-Worn Camera System
Introduction Investing in a body-worn camera (BWC) system is a major decision for any law enforcement agency. The right technology improves transpa...
Understanding Chain of Custody in Digital Evidence Management
Chain of custody is a critical framework in digital evidence management, ensuring that body camera footage, audio recordings, and other digital files remain authentic and legally admissible. This article explains how law enforcement agencies can maintain secure evidenc
Transparency Laws: What Agencies Need to Know About Video Release Policies
Introduction As body-worn cameras (BWCs) and body-worn video (BWV) become standard tools in law enforcement, agencies must navigate a complex lands...
The Debate: Continuous Recording vs. Trigger-Only Activation
Introduction Modern body-worn cameras (BWCs) have become essential tools in law enforcement, enhancing accountability, transparency, and public tru...
Audio vs. Video Evidence: Why Both Matter in BWCs
Introduction In modern policing, body-worn cameras (BWCs) capture critical evidence in both audio and video formats. While many focus on the visual...
The Importance of Field-of-View in Capturing Critical Incidents
Introduction In law enforcement, capturing accurate and complete evidence is vital. One of the most critical aspects of body-worn cameras (BWCs) an...