A 4140 New Jersey General Assembly · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Prohibits disclosure of body worn camera recordings under certain circumstances.

This New Jersey bill restricts disclosure of law enforcement body camera recordings obtained through public records requests. It requires written consent from all direct participants (such as victims, suspects, or detainees) before sharing such recordings, except for legitimate public health/safety purposes or compelling public interest. Violators face a disorderly persons offense and must pay at least $1,000 per violation in civil damages, plus potential attorney fees. The law aims to protect individuals featured in recordings from exploitation while preserving public access to records.
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Introduced Apr 4, 2024 Last action Apr 4, 2024
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