Texas SB2557 prohibits racial profiling and regulates video and audio recordings of law enforcement interactions.
The bill amends the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to prohibit peace officers from engaging in racial profiling. It mandates that peace officers using vehicles or motorcycles equipped with video or audio equipment record interactions with the public. Law enforcement agencies must adopt policies consistent with federal and state evidence rules, detailing when to activate equipment, data retention, storage, and public access. The bill also outlines procedures for handling equipment malfunctions and internal reviews.
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