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California State University, Monterey Bay Police Department: Body-worn Cameras

A collection of different brands of body worn cameras with a United States flag in the background
Various body-worn cameras on display.
Credit: U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Agency California State University, Monterey Bay Police Department
Location Monterey, CA
Technology Body-worn Cameras
Vendor Possibly Axon

The 2021 Policy Manual states that "BWC equipment will be issued to all peace officers at the rank of sergeant and below." The Manual also refers to a "TASER® CAM™", suggesting the use of Axon equipment.

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Many law enforcement agencies require officers to attach body-worn cameras to their chests or shoulders to capture interactions with suspects and the public. Some cameras stream live and can be combined with face recognition technology.

A collection of different brands of body worn cameras with a United States flag in the background
Various body-worn cameras on display.
Credit: U.S. Department of Homeland Security