Bill would ban video taping a police officer [UPDATED]

policeBy Howard Fischer | Capitol Media Services/Arizona Capitol Times

A state lawmaker wants to make criminals out of some people who take videos of cops questioning or arresting someone.

The proposal by Sen. John Kavanagh, R-Fountain Hills, would bar shooting video within 20 feet of any “law enforcement activity” unless the officer first gave permission. A first offense would carry a $300 fine, with subsequent violations potentially sending someone to jail for up to six months.

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Related: ACLU: Police video bill unconstitutional

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