Jackson County Sheriff Forté Sets Tech Policy: Body Cameras Coming Soon

New tech continues to transform local law enforcement.

Here's the latest sign of the times . . .

The sheriff says he has created a new policy requiring deputies to wear body cameras during their shifts and while working secondary employment, like security. The cameras will act in addition to the existing in-car cameras already used by the office.

"Body-worn cameras alone cannot build trust in law enforcement, but across the country, body-worn cameras have shown to be a useful tool in strengthening and safeguarding the relationship between law enforcement and other segments of the community," Forté said.

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Jackson County Sheriff to issue body cameras to all uniformed officers

A significant change is coming for deputies and supervisors of the Jackson County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Darryl Forte says body-worn cameras will be issued to all uniformed officers starting Thursday.The sheriff says he has created a new policy requiring deputies to wear body cameras during their shifts and while working secondary employment, like security.