- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a new law allowing police departments to charge for public access to camera footage.
- The law applies to dash, body, and surveillance videos, aiming to balance costs associated with video redaction.
- DeWine stated that no agency should prioritize administrative tasks over patrolling due to lack of compensation.
- Fees set by the law can reach up to $75 per hour, with a limit of $750 per request.
- Governor DeWine remains committed to the public's right to access government records, pledging to amend the law if necessary.
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