In wake of the Michael Brown shooting, police in Ferguson, Missouri have begun using body cameras, which many hope can provide important evidence in future disputes involving police officers.

Body cameras come in various designs. Some attach to the chest, while others can be mounted in different positions, such as on the collar.

Most body cameras start filming when an officer switches it on. Recording times can be as long as up to 13 hours, depending on the quality of the video.

The footage and audio, taken from the officers’ point-of-view, can become important evidence.

Videos are sent to cloud for storage. Only officers with credentials can access the stored videos. Some cameras do not allow the deleting ofrecorded videos, and keep logs tracking the actions performed on videos by officers.

More and more U.S. states and cities, including New York and Houston, are considering making the wearing of body cameras mandatory for their police forces. However, cost has proven to be a hurdle as a single camera set costs around $300.

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