The idaho department of correction (IDOC) proposes to implement a bodyworn camera pilot program

This federal Project Grant award of $1,024,000 was provided by the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) under the Body Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program (CFDA 16.835). The award will enable the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) to implement a body-worn camera pilot program, including the procurement and deployment of 512 body-worn cameras across three IDOC units. Key activities include developing a comprehensive body-worn camera policy in partnership with stakeholders, providing staff training, and assessing the overall impact of the program on staff safety, transparency, and public trust. The expected outcomes are increased safety for IDOC staff and residents, enhanced transparency and public trust, improved training and safety procedures, and data to inform the potential expansion of a body-worn camera program across the agency. The award has a performance period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027.

The purpose of this project is to develop a comprehensive body-worn camera policy and to pilot body camera technology in three units of IDOC: probation & parole district 3, idaho maximum security institution, and idocs special investigations unit. Project activities include development of a body-worn camera policy in partnership with community and law-enforcement stakeholders, staff training, procurement and implementation of 512 body-worn cameras at IDOC, and data collection and assessment of the projects overall impact. Expected outcomes include increased safety for idocs staff and residents, enhanced transparency and public trust, improved training and safety procedures, and data showing the potential impact of an agency-wide bodyworn camera program at IDOC.