Body Worn Cameras

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Topics Covered:

  • Assists officers and agencies on the use and evaluation of body worn camera systems
  • Provides guideline on when an officer should or should not use the camera based on privacy concerns
  • Develops provisions on the creation, retention and deletion of video and audio recording
  • Offers guidelines for public access or officer or agency review of the recording
  • Creates documentation for malfunctions of the equipment
  • Understands that officers are not required to keep cameras activated during the entire shift
  • Aligns policies with federal and Texas rules of evidence

Who Should Attend:

  • This program is available to all law enforcement officers.

Course Hours:

Participants receive 2 hours of TCOLE (8158) credit.

Program Links:

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Date/Time:

Sep 01, 2025 - Aug 31, 2026

Course Cost:

$45 per person

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The Body Worn Camera Course is designed to help law enforcement officers and agencies effectively implement, operate, and evaluate body-worn camera (BWC) systems in alignment with state and federal standards. As more agencies adopt these devices to enhance transparency and reduce allegations of misconduct, this course—available online 24/7 through the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas—provides essential guidance on policy development, operational procedures, and legal considerations. Participants learn when and how cameras should be used, how to manage privacy concerns, and the proper creation, retention, and deletion of recordings. The curriculum also addresses public access requests, equipment malfunction documentation, and ensures policies are consistent with Texas and federal rules of evidence. Open to all law enforcement officers, the program equips participants with the knowledge to integrate body-worn cameras responsibly and effectively within their agencies.

For more information, contact:

TBD , Coordinator - CSLS, FEMT, LEMIT Online
Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas
George J. Beto Criminal Justice Building
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341-2417
Phone:
lemitcsls@shsu.edu
femt@shsu.edu
lemitonline@shsu.edu