While privacy remains a key issue for many Americans, a majority seem willing to give it up to make retail stores safer and cut down on retail theft.
A poll of over 2,500 American adults found over 70% are comfortable with, or indifferent about, the growing prevalence of body-worn cameras beyond law enforcement.
“The research, commissioned by tech firm Halos, revealed favorable consumer sentiment about the role bodycams play in increasing people’s sense of safety when worn by staff in places like stores, on mass transit and at event venues like stadiums. It also found most people believe bodycams help deter disorderly conduct,” according to the company…