Pasadena Police Department ‘s body cam policy brings transparency, confidence and new training

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For close to three years, body worn cameras have been standard equipment for Pasadena Police officers. The cameras capture audio and video of interactions between the police and the public and Pasadena officers are essentially required to activate their cameras during all calls for service, traffic stops, interviews, detentions, arrests and searches. “It is no different than slapping a gun belt on and a Taser,” said Pasadena Police Sgt. Roger Roldan, the department’s use of force expert. “It’s just another piece of equipment we’re obligated to carry. It’s helped (officers) more than it’s harmed them.” The cameras seem to have…


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