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Holder’s New Policy: Electronic Recording of Statements in Custody
WASHINGTON – In a move aimed at promoting transparency and accountability, Attorney General Eric Holder has announced a new policy requiring the electronic recording of statements made by individuals in federal custody.
According to the policy, which takes effect on July 11, 2014, the FBI, DEA, ATF, and USMS will electronically record interviews occurring in a place of detention with suitable recording equipment.
The policy applies broadly to all statements of persons in federal custody of the FBI, DEA, ATF or USMS after arrest, but prior to initial appearance.
Attorney General Holder said that the new policy will help to ensure accountability and promote public confidence in the institutions and processes that guide the nation’s law enforcement efforts.
“Creating an electronic record will ensure that we have an objective account of key investigations and interactions with people who are held in federal custody,” Attorney General Holder said.
The new policy was formally spelled out in a memorandum to U.S. Attorneys signed by Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole.
The policy applies to all places of detention where persons are held in connection with federal criminal charges and can be interviewed.
Attorney General Holder has directed U.S. Attorney’s and field offices across the country to perform district-wide joint training for agents and prosecutors on best practices associated with the electronic recording of interviews.
Key Facts
- State: Federal
- Category: Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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