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Resolution asks for civilian oversight and auditing of DeKalb’s 'Digital Shield' surveillance systems
Summary
A resolution calling for independent civilian oversight, surveillance‑impact reporting, data‑retention limits and a ban on biometric facial recognition was introduced and deferred for a DKPD presentation after press reports of internal misuse.
Commissioner Long Spears introduced a resolution urging the county to establish independent civilian oversight and auditing of the county’s "Digital Shield" surveillance systems, which he described as a $19‑plus million investment that includes license‑plate readers, a real‑time crime‑center, gunshot locators, drones, mobile camera trailers and private camera integration known in the discussion as "Fuchious." He said the impetus for the resolution included press reporting that an internal police audit had found misuse resulting in disciplinary suspensions for several employees.
"Decap County has invested more than $19 million in the public safety technology apparatus known as Digital Shield," the sponsor said, stressing the need for transparency and quarterly reporting. Several commissioners asked for a DKPD presentation detailing current surveillance policies, any complaints or incidents of unauthorized use and disciplinary procedures; the committee deferred the resolution for 30 days to allow those briefings to be scheduled.
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