Session: 2017-2018

ACLU-PA Position: Opposes

Senate Bill 560 amends the Wiretap Act to enable police officers to use audio and visual recording devices, such as body-worn cameras. Public disclosure of this footage is exempt from Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know law. The bill was signed by Governor Wolf on July 7, 2017 as Act 22 of 2017.

Sponsors

Senator Stewart Greenleaf

Status

Signed by governor

Session

2017 - 2018

Bill number

Position

Oppose