This bill proposes significant updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding law enforcement officers, particularly focusing on the use of body-worn and dash cameras. It mandates that by July 1, 2027, all local law enforcement agencies and the Department of Public Safety must equip each peace officer who interacts with the public with a body-worn camera. The bill outlines specific conditions under which officers must activate these cameras during public interactions and provides exceptions for certain situations, such as undercover work or administrative discussions. Additionally, it establishes consequences for officers who fail to activate their cameras or tamper with footage, including a permissive inference of misconduct and potential disciplinary actions, including termination and certification suspension or revocation.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for the public release of video recordings related to complaints of officer misconduct, requiring unedited footage to be made available within twenty-one days of a complaint. It also addresses privacy concerns by stipulating that certain sensitive content must be redacted before public release. The legislation emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement practices while balancing the privacy rights of individuals involved in recorded incidents. The act is set to take effect on December 31, 2025.