Publication: 10 News
A bill signed by California Governor Jerry Brown aims to increase law enforcement transparency.
Assembly Bill 748 requires law enforcement agencies across the state to release recordings from body-worn cameras within 45 days of a critical incident unless it interferes with an investigation.
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“The Governor’s signature on AB 748 signifies a strong commitment to police transparency in California. Public access to body camera footage is necessary to boost confidence and rebuild trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve,” said Assemblyman Phil Ting.
According to the author of the bill, the new law does not supersede a department’s ability to set its own disclosure rules, so long as the rules comply with the general guidelines set forth in AB 748.