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Keyword
LawSociology and Political Science
Applied Psychology
Social Psychology
body-work cameras
police technology
police perceptions
technological frames
Journal title
Journal of Criminal JusticeDate Published
2021-01Publication Volume
72Publication Begin page
101773
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This case study examines the technological frames of administrators and users regarding the implementation of body-worn cameras at the Pennybridge Police Department, a mid-sized police organization (<300) in the Mid-Western United States. Using semi-structured interviews, a patrol survey, and ride-along observations; we found that different actors based on their hierarchy and function framed body-worn cameras differently over time. Administrators implemented body-cameras to protect officers from frivolous complaints while at the same time holding them accountable for their behavior. Users felt, for the most part, that the technology had become a “gotcha mechanism” as body camera footage was used to placate the public, monitor officer behavior, and charge them with minor infractions. Adding to their frustrations, users felt increasingly dispirited by the technical shortcomings of the cameras and the backend storage system provided by the vendor. At the same time, administrators were vexed by the financial and logistical burden of the program, ultimately leading to project abandonment and a search for a new system. Our findings have important implications for policymakers and future research.Citation
Koen, M. C., Newell, B. C., & Roberts, M. R. (2021). Body-worn cameras: Technological frames and project abandonment. Journal of criminal justice, 72, 101773.DOI
10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2020.101773ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2020.101773
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