
Arizona Gov. Ducey signs bill banning close recording of law enforcement; ACLU calls it unconstitutional
A bill that was signed into law by the Arizona governor on July 6 bans recording law enforcement officials within 8 feet.
By FOX 10 Staff
Published July 6, 2022 10:05PM
Arizona Politics
FOX 10 Phoenix
Gov. Doug Ducey signs bill that restricts recording of law enforcement
Under the police recording bill that was signed into law, recording law enforcement within 8 feet is illegal, with some exceptions.PHOENIX - On July 6, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed into law a bill that makes it illegal to record law enforcement within 8 feet (about 2.4 meters).
Under the new law, it is a misdemeanor if someone keeps recording, after getting a verbal warning to stop. There are, however, some exceptions to the law, including if the person recording is the one being questioned by police.
While supporters say the law is meant to protect law enforcement from harm or distraction, critics say the law is unconstitutional, and does nothing to enhance transparency.