As used in this chapter:

(1)  “Attorney general” means the attorney general of the state of Rhode Island, or designee;

(2)  “Body-worn camera” means a video and audio recording device that is carried by, or worn on the body of, a law enforcement officer and that is capable of recording the actions and interactions of the officer and the public;

(3)  “Director of the department of public safety” means the director of public safety appointed by the governor pursuant to § 42-7.3-5, or designee.

(4)  “Public safety grant administration office” means the public safety grant administration office as defined in chapter 26 of this title.

(5)  “State-supported implementation period” means a period of five (5) years beginning on July 1, 2021, and ending on June 30, 2026.

History of Section.
P.L. 2021, ch. 228, § 1, effective July 8, 2021; P.L. 2021, ch. 229, § 1, effective July 8, 2021.