AI Summary

The bill focuses on body-worn cameras and their role in capturing exculpatory evidence. It aims to enhance transparency and accountability in law enforcement by ensuring that exculpatory evidence captured by body-worn cameras is preserved and disclosed during legal proceedings. The main provisions include guidelines for the retention and disclosure of such evidence, as well as penalties for non-compliance. This bill seeks to bolster trust in the criminal justice system and promote fairness by utilizing technology effectively to support both law enforcement and defendants.

• 2023-11-27: Introduced 01/03/2024 and referred to Criminal Justice and Public Safety

• 2024-01-04: Public Hearing: 01/10/2024 09:30 am Legislative Office Building 202-204

• 2024-01-16: Subcommittee Work Session: 01/18/2024 02:00 pm Legislative Office Building 202-204

• 2024-02-14: Executive Session: 02/23/2024 09:30 am Legislative Office Building 202-204

• 2024-02-29: Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/23/2024 (Vote 20-0; Consent Calendar)

• 2024-03-14: Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/14/2024 House Journal 8 P. 3