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continued from p.1 "It is also there to gather evidence and to record use of force or other critical incidents." Davis also said the dash camera videos could be used in police training. The system used by Halton police features one front-facing camera and one backseat camera, which captures video of prisoners being held. The camera can be activated manually, but is also triggered when the sirens are activated or if a collision is registered. Davis noted while officers can turn off the camera or mute its audio (only permitted under specific circumstances) they can't delete footage. Questions and costs still to be ironed out with dash cams Davis showed dash camera video of an impaired driver who was stopped in Oakville. It shows the officer repeatedly knocking on the window before its driver rolls it down. The driver has trouble speaking, can't answer questions and is arrested. The driver was later found to be at twice the legal limit of alcohol in the system and pled guilty to impaired driving. Davis also spoke about how the cameras were used to enforce the rules of the road and showed another video that showed car after car not stopping at stop signs in residential neighbourhoods -- in fact, not even slowing down. After one vehicle is stopped, its driver is adamant they came to a complete stop at the sign. The video shows otherwise. One Halton officer noted when residents challenge him about a ticket, he invites them to watch the video. He said not a single resident has taken the ticket to court after seeing the video. Despite the advantages, Davis said the cameras are not perfect. There are still questions to be resolved concerning storage and retention of data. Davis said preparing a specific video for court is also a lot of work, particularly when that video needs to be vetted for third-party information and privacy concerns. The impact on the officers who use the cameras was also discussed. "Imagine you go to work and every interaction you have is recorded by video," said Davis. The hardware for the dash camera system alone costs approximately $7,000-$8,000 per vehicle. There are additional costs for installing and maintaining the system and for the training of officers in its use, among other things. It is unclear at this time if Halton police will request funds from the board for additional dash cameras during the fall budget process. 5 | Friday, August 19, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Jet Peel - Facial of the Future Natural, Effective, Gentle & Painless · Removes Sun Damages & Pigmentations · Reduces Wrinkles & Rejuvenates · Deep Cleanses & Exfoliates Salima Kassam Reg. Chiropodist A STEP BEYOND IN CARE · Foot/Arch Pain? · Ingrown Toenails? · Diabetes? · Swollen Ankles? · Corns, Calluses? Do you have: www.beautyinstituteandspa.com 361 Cornwall Rd., Oakville 289.291.0168 Call for an appointment 905-632-1414 728 Burloak Drive www.footandhealthclinic.com Bhandari Family Dentistry returns to Oakville Bring in yOur Family FOr a CheCk-uP at Our new mODern CliniC Dr. Bhandari is an advocate of oral health with 31 years of experience. He and his team pride themselves for their professional and comprehensive approach to dentistry. Dr. Bhandari has proudly worked with a number of celebrities throughout his career, helping them maintain their red carpet worthy smiles! Customer care is our core concern. Whether you're looking for general maintenance, regular check-up treatments or cosmetic dentistry, we can help. Give Dr. Bhandari a call to book your appointment or consultation. Dr. BhanDari welcomes Jody Johnson, his new hygienist. With many years of experience, Jody looks forward to treating her former and new patients. Thinking of Retiring... Someday? Let's Talk. 2016 NOMINee FOR BeSt FINANCIAl PlANNeR BeSt INveStMeNt COMPANy Dr. Vineet BhanDari BSc DIH DDS 905.825.5110 Monday to Friday 7:30 - 5:00. Evening and Saturday appointments available. Peter Watson MBA, CFP, R.F.P., CIM, FCSI Jennifer Watson B.A. 220 Randall Street, Downtown Oakville 905-842-2100 peterwatsoninvestments.com Palermo Professional Centre 2525 Old Bronte Rd., Suite 470 Oakville (at Dundas Street) · www.bhandaridental.com