Mandate Body Cams for prison guards. Due to an unprecedented number of mysterious deaths, murders, overdoses, rapes, and an all-time high of drug trafficking, we demand that prison guards wear body cams.

The Alabama prison system is a place of fear and violence for many residents. Brutal beatings, rape, forced drug use, extortion, possible poisoning, maiming, and even murder are all too common occurrences. This is not just a statistic - it's the painful reality we live with daily.

Implementing body cameras on all prison officers can be a significant step towards transparency and accountability within our prisons. This initiative is in response to numerous high-profile incidents involving alleged prison personnel misconduct.

However, this initiative is not fully extended to our prison systems where arguably some of the most vulnerable populations reside. A study by the National Institute of Justice found that body-worn cameras can significantly reduce officer use-of-force incidents and complaints against officers (source: National Institute of Justice).

By mandating body cameras for all prison officers in Alabama we can help ensure that any form of misconduct or abuse is properly documented and those responsible are held accountable. It's time we take action to protect the vulnerable, those who cannot protect themselves.

Please sign this petition urging lawmakers in Alabama to mandate body cameras for all prison officers as an essential measure toward ensuring safety and justice within our prisons.