A federal judge has struck down a law that restricts the recording of law enforcement, declaring the law unconstitutional.
The Republican-backed law—House Bill 2319—signed by former Republican Gov. Doug Ducey in July 2022, would limit how close people can get to law enforcement officers while recording them.
Under the law, if the officer tells the person to stop recording, then it’s illegal to knowingly film law enforcement at 8 feet or closer. If the person recording the video refuses to stop, they could face a misdemeanor charge and as much as 30 days in jail.
Also under the legislation, officers on private property would be able to order a person to stop filming if the officer deems that the person is interfering or that the area is unsafe….
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