County Executive Olszewski Issues Statement Following Announcement of Police Department's First Body Worn Camera Release Policy

An Important Step Forward

County Executive Johnny Olszewski today issued the following statement following the announcement of Baltimore County Police Department's first comprehensive policy governing the public release of footage from body worn cameras:

"I pledged to make Baltimore County more transparent and accountable for every resident, and we continue to deliver on that promise. Chief Hyatt shares my commitment to openness and accountability, and today's announcement of the Baltimore County Police Department's first body-worn camera footage release policy is yet another important step forward."

View the full Body Worn Camera Video Release Policy (PDF).