Accountable Bodies:Local and state governmental entities that oversee law enforcement agencies

Create Technology Clearinghouse

Law enforcement agencies statewide shall establish and continuously update a regional one-stop clearinghouse of information and resources about the constitutional use of multiple forms of innovative technology, in collaboration with a national model set by the U.S. Department of Justice. (Adapted from Recommendation 2.3 of Presidential Task Force on 21st Century Policing report)

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Engage Community Advisory Boards for Technology Policy

Law enforcement agencies across the state shall engage and collaborate with community members, using community advisory bodies, when they develop a policy for use of technology; exceptions shall be made for proprietary technology the public knowledge of which would impede law enforcement’s capabilities. Applicant screening practices and confidentiality policies endorsed by Citizen Review Boards shall…

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Evaluate Effectiveness of Technology

Law enforcement agencies statewide shall include an evaluation or assessment process to gauge the effectiveness of any new technology, soliciting input from all levels of the agency, from line officer to leadership, as well as assessment from members of the community. Exceptions shall be made for proprietary technology the public knowledge of which would impede law enforcement’s capabilities. Applicant screening practices and…

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Develop Policies for Use of Technology to Serve Special Needs and Disabled Populations

Law enforcement agencies shall develop policies for the use of new technologies that will help them better serve people with special needs or disabilities. (Adapted from Recommendation 2.3 of Presidential Task Force on 21st Century Policing report)  

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