Published on March 14, 2024
The City of Maricopa Police Department (MPD) is proud to announce the relaunch of our Camera Registration Program, aimed at enhancing community safety. Here's how the program works: Residents and businesses can voluntarily register the locations of their video surveillance systems within the city. The data is then only accessible to MPD staff and will only be utilized in the event of a crime. MPD will be able to quickly identify nearby cameras and request assistance from the community in collecting video evidence. Here’s how you can participate: Once a resident or business creates a log-in, there will be the ability to share contact information, the address of the camera and even a photograph of the view captured by the cameras.
Should a crime occur in your area, an MPD officer or detective may reach out to you, requesting access to your surveillance footage for a specific date and time relevant to their investigation. It's important to note that sharing this footage is entirely at your discretion, and registering your information does not grant MPD direct access to your cameras.
“Community safety is a shared responsibility, and our Camera Registration Program embodies the essence of partnership between law enforcement and residents,” Maricopa Police Chief Mark Goodman shares. “By registering your cameras, you not only add to our ability to prevent and solve crimes but also demonstrate a commitment to the overall well-being of our community.” To register your cameras or learn more about the program, please visit this website.