The in-car video cameras have become an important tool for police departments. After a chase, fight, or arrest, law enforcement officers commonly check in-car video for help in documenting cases. Video from the cameras is stored digitally on a hard drive or a flash storage device. Besides recording traffic stops, these cameras also can be used to record suspects' statements and as a tool for officers to critique their work. These cameras protect both the officers and the citizens. Some of the latest cameras also have GPS functionality. GPS is usually part of an on-board computer system mounted in a police vehicle, but can be a stand-alone unit. When an officer has an emergency, GPS can provide the vehicle's location, but this doesn't help if the officer isn't near the vehicle. To assist in this, GPS modules are also being included in newer models of hand-held radios and shoulder microphones.
In 2002, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) published a report on in-car video systems. IACP is the world's oldest and largest nonprofit membership organization of police executives, with over 20,000 members in over 100 different countries. Since the report by the IACP (International Association of Chiefs of Police) on in-car video, numerous studies and polls have shown the power of video in law enforcement. For instance, 82% of drunk driving offenders have been shown to plead no contest and filed complaints against officers are reduced 97% upon learning of video evidence. When available, in-car video has been found to vindicate officers 99.1% of the time. The effect on civilian complaints against officers has been incredible. At times, even the mention that a video is available of an incident will cause a complainant to withdraw a complaint. With this knowledge and a greater understanding of how the systems work, officer acceptance of video has also increased. 93% of officers were found to be in favor of having in-car video in their patrol cars.
The IACP study also found prosecutors, juries, and the general public were beginning to expect video evidence and that prosecutors were concerned that juries were becoming suspicious when video evidence was not available. Many prosecutors around the country have taken the stance that 'if it's not on video, it didn't happen'.
In-Car Video Consistently Provides:
Need For An Affordable Solution:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Justice, 60% of police departments and 66% of sheriff's offices now use video cameras in their vehicles. While in-car cameras have improved the efficiency and operations of police departments across the country, cost remains a big issue.
In today's economy, city budgets are strained at a time when technology is becoming increasingly important in law enforcement. Most video cameras on market today cost about $6,000 each and many police departments continue to struggle to fund their tech investment to better server their communities. To fill this gap, Digital Evidence Solutions developed an entirely new 10-8 video system. The 10-8 System was designed by an officer with 25+ years in the computer & electronics industries. He recognized a familiar pattern that the companies offering in-car video systems were falling into; each manufacturer trying to beat the others by adding feature after feature, at the expense or reliability and affordability. This has resulted in very expensive systems that average 90--120 days between service problems. The 10-8 System averages 1/3 or less the price of the average system with the majority of sales a result of referrals from departments using our system. The first 10-8 System was installed in a K-9 vehicle in 2008 and has yet to every miss an event! With features like Pre/Post event recording, GPS location mapping, crash sensor, small size, simple installation, excellent audio and reliability unmatched in the industry.
Please visit http://www.10-8video.com for more information and sample videos.
In 2002, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) published a report on in-car video systems. IACP is the world's oldest and largest nonprofit membership organization of police executives, with over 20,000 members in over 100 different countries. Since the report by the IACP (International Association of Chiefs of Police) on in-car video, numerous studies and polls have shown the power of video in law enforcement. For instance, 82% of drunk driving offenders have been shown to plead no contest and filed complaints against officers are reduced 97% upon learning of video evidence. When available, in-car video has been found to vindicate officers 99.1% of the time. The effect on civilian complaints against officers has been incredible. At times, even the mention that a video is available of an incident will cause a complainant to withdraw a complaint. With this knowledge and a greater understanding of how the systems work, officer acceptance of video has also increased. 93% of officers were found to be in favor of having in-car video in their patrol cars.
The IACP study also found prosecutors, juries, and the general public were beginning to expect video evidence and that prosecutors were concerned that juries were becoming suspicious when video evidence was not available. Many prosecutors around the country have taken the stance that 'if it's not on video, it didn't happen'.
In-Car Video Consistently Provides:
- Â Reduction in Frivolous Law Suits
- Reduced Agency Liability
- Increased Successful Prosecutions
- Reduced Officer Court Appearance Time
- Improved Community/Media Perception of Police
- Improved Officer Safety
- Useful In-Service Training (Post-Incident)
- Simplified Incident Review & Report Writing
- Heightened Officer Performance and Professionalism
Need For An Affordable Solution:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Justice, 60% of police departments and 66% of sheriff's offices now use video cameras in their vehicles. While in-car cameras have improved the efficiency and operations of police departments across the country, cost remains a big issue.
In today's economy, city budgets are strained at a time when technology is becoming increasingly important in law enforcement. Most video cameras on market today cost about $6,000 each and many police departments continue to struggle to fund their tech investment to better server their communities. To fill this gap, Digital Evidence Solutions developed an entirely new 10-8 video system. The 10-8 System was designed by an officer with 25+ years in the computer & electronics industries. He recognized a familiar pattern that the companies offering in-car video systems were falling into; each manufacturer trying to beat the others by adding feature after feature, at the expense or reliability and affordability. This has resulted in very expensive systems that average 90--120 days between service problems. The 10-8 System averages 1/3 or less the price of the average system with the majority of sales a result of referrals from departments using our system. The first 10-8 System was installed in a K-9 vehicle in 2008 and has yet to every miss an event! With features like Pre/Post event recording, GPS location mapping, crash sensor, small size, simple installation, excellent audio and reliability unmatched in the industry.
Please visit http://www.10-8video.com for more information and sample videos.