The policy would have the department release footage of “critical incidents” like police shootings within 45 days.
Anchorage police would publicly release body camera footage of officer shootings and other “critical incidents” within 45 days under a new draft of the department’s body camera policy. on Friday, and a spokesperson says it still needs to be signed.
Rich Curtner is an attorney with the Alaska Black Caucus, one of the organizations that pushed for police body cameras. He said his organization has advocated for a shorter timeline on the release of footage. “It was a priority for my administration coming in to support and expedite an update to APD’s Body Worn Camera Policy,” LaFrance said. “I commend APD and Chief Case for the work they do, and for moving swiftly toward a practical policy that allows for the release of footage while protecting criminal investigations.”
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