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Police Unions Seek Pay Increases To Implement Body Camera Programs

  • Police unions in multiple cities have demanded officers get extra pay for wearing body cameras.
  • In Worcester, Massachusetts, the police union opposed a body camera program unless officers received a pay increase.
  • Unions argue body cameras increase officer responsibilities and reduce their privacy.
  • Advocates say body cameras help reduce misconduct complaints against police.
  • The pay increase requests highlight debates around implementing body camera policies.
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