Random scientific studies have shown that the wearing of body cameras by police officers significantly reduces the number of public complaints filed against police officers and the incidents of police abuse against suspects. Therefore, for the protection of all involved, we, the residents of Lansing, IL demand that Lansing police officers be required to wear body cameras during any and all traffic stops, arrests and interrogations.
Why is this important?
A study conducted in Rialto, CA showed conclusively that chest cameras worn by police officers reduced officers' use of force by 80% and public complaints against officers dropped by a whopping 88%. The use of the cameras protects the suspect from potential abuse and officers from frivolous and unfounded complaints.
