Requires correctional police officers to wear body worn cameras and security camera systems to be installed in State correctional facilities.
This bill requires all correctional police officers in New Jersey state correctional facilities to wear body-worn cameras that record audio and video during most duties, with specific exceptions for restroom use, medical appointments, and certain meetings. It also mandates the Department of Corrections to install comprehensive security camera systems throughout facilities, including blind spots and common areas, with requirements for continuous monitoring by officers and systematic review of footage. The legislation sets minimum retention periods for recordings (180 days), extending to three years for recordings involving complaints, disciplinary actions, or criminal investigations, while establishing procedures for inmate access to footage. These requirements apply directly to correctional officers, inmates, and the Department of Corrections, with disciplinary actions outlined for noncompliance.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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2 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
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District
P
Mike Venezia
DDemocratic
P
Yvonne Lopez
DDemocratic
Co
Cleopatra Tucker
DDemocratic
Co
Shama Haider
DDemocratic
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