California SB691 mandates policies for body-worn camera data retention and redaction.

California SB691 amends the Penal Code to establish policies for the retention and redaction of body-worn camera data. It requires law enforcement agencies to retain recordings for at least 60 days unless they are evidentiary, in which case they must be kept for at least two years. The bill also mandates procedures for redacting sensitive patient information from recordings before public release. It emphasizes the importance of chain-of-custody, data security, and compliance with legal requirements. The law aims to protect patient privacy and ensure the integrity of recorded data.

California SB691 mandates policies for body-worn camera data retention and redaction.

California SB691 amends the Penal Code to establish policies for the retention and redaction of body-worn camera data. It requires law enforcement agencies to retain recordings for at least 60 days unless they are evidentiary, in which case they must be kept for at least two years. The bill also mandates procedures for redacting sensitive patient information from recordings before public release. It emphasizes the importance of chain-of-custody, data security, and compliance with legal requirements. The law aims to protect patient privacy and ensure the integrity of recorded data.