Central Falls P.D.

Rhode Island operates a statewide body-worn camera (BWC) program. The policy framework is anchored in RI General Laws (Title 42-161) and implementing regulations (270-RICR-60-00-2.5; 110-10-00-2). In short: BWC recordings are public records under APRA, but access is controlled by APRA exemptions and privacy protections. Agencies must apply a case-by-case balancing test under APRA; exemptions include law-enforcement investigative records and privacy-related records, among others. For AG Protocol incidents, the BWC footage should be released to the public no later than substantial completion of the investigation, typically within 30 days. Routine APRA requests require a response within 10 business days (with up to 20 more days for good cause). Retention is governed by the Records Retention Schedule LG6.3.6. Requests for copies are handled by the public-records unit; denials may be appealed to the Department of Public Safety Director, with further relief available through the Attorney General or Superior Court. This summary reflects current (as of July 15, 2025) statewide BWC policy amendments and APRA framework in Rhode Island; check for updates to ensure the latest version.