RT Article
T1 Cameras in Corrections: Exploring the Views of Correctional Officers on the Introduction of Body-Worn Cameras in Prisons
JF Criminal justice and behavior
VO 47
IS 9
SP 1190
OP 1208
A1 Dodd, Shannon
A2 Antrobus, Emma
A2 Sydes, Michelle
LA English
YR 2020
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1768345368
AB In this article, we present the findings of a mixed-methods study of correctional officers’ views on the introduction of body-worn cameras (BWCs) within prisons. Using a statewide survey and in-depth interviews with correctional officers in Queensland, Australia, this study explored officer support for BWCs and the relationship between officer support and several key variables. We found widespread support for the use of BWCs among correctional officers. Female officers and those who held more positive views about the perceived functionality of BWCs and the implementation and training process were most supportive. However, the introduction of BWCs also raises some important considerations for prison management that may impact officer support, including whether to allow officers to access BWC footage for report writing or officer training. Consideration must also be made regarding turn-on policies for BWCs given concerns that more frequent recording has the potential to damage rapport with incarcerated individuals.
K1 Body-worn cameras
K1 Correctional Officers
K1 Prison
K1 Technology
DO 10.1177/0093854820942288