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They actually should always be recording. The officer should only be able to pause recording for a short period of time (personal breaks), then they should automatically start recording again. The video is just data, which is cheap to store. All recordings should be kept for 24 hours, then if any timeframe is needed, they can preserve it before 24 hours. ( IE all traffic stops or other officer interaction with the public.)

It should not be left up the officers to turn on the cams. They have too many others things to worry about, like staying safe and being able to return to their home at the end of their shift.