20-09 - Use of recording devices by department members

Question 1

Recordings made while on-duty for Department purposes are considered _____

Answer 1

department records

Question 2

can you share recordings with other members or outside departments?

Answer 2

No

(department records/property)

Question 3

The State of California Penal Code states, in part that, “a first responder, operating under color of authority, who responds to the scene of an accident or crime and captures the photographic image of a deceased person by any means, including, but not limited to, by use of a personal electronic device or a device belonging to their employing agency, for any purpose other than an official law enforcement purpose or a genuine public interest is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not exceeding $_____ per violation.

Answer 3

$1000