§ 42-161-2 — § 42-161-2. Definitions.

Rhode Island § 42-161-2

• Jurisdiction: Rhode Island
• Title 42: State Affairs and Government
• Ch. 42-161: Statewide Body-Worn Camera Program

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§ 42-161-2. Definitions.

As used in this chapter:

(1) "Attorney general� means the attorney general of the state of Rhode Island, or designee.

(2) "Body-worn camera� means a video and audio recording device that is carried by, or worn on the body of, a law enforcement officer and that is capable of recording the actions and interactions of the officer and the public.

(3) "Director of the department of public safetyâ€� means the director of public safety appointed by the governor pursuant to § 42-7.3-5, or designee.

(4) "Public safety grant administration office� means the public safety grant administration office as defined in chapter 26 of this title.

(5) "State-supported implementation period� means a period of five (5) years beginning on July 1, 2021, and ending on June 30, 2026.

Legislative History

P.L. 2021, ch. 228, § 1, effective July 8, 2021; P.L. 2021, ch. 229, § 1, effective July 8, 2021.