Who Can Access Footage From Police Body Cameras? - Jalopnik

Access to footage from police body cameras is increasingly being tested as AI-enabled cameras expand in the US, raising questions about privacy and oversight. The article discusses Flock and Axon AI-powered systems and highlights groups such as DeFlock, which provides an open-source map of Flock cameras to show how widespread they have become. It argues that concerns persist even when departments say they are using the technology appropriately, pointing to claims involving repeated tracking of a driver and alleged improper use by Georgia officers. It also notes automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) as another privacy flashpoint. The piece says that, in practice, many people can request body camera video, often through a public information request similar to FOIA, depending on the locality and department. However, even when access is granted, the cost and willingness to comply may limit what the public can actually obtain.