WAUKESHA, Wis.— The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office is working to implement a body-worn camera program for members of its patrol division.
Sheriff Eric Severson says the department is collaborating with County Executive Paul Farrow to develop and roll out the program.
“This initiative reflects the agency’s continued commitment to enhancing transparency, strengthening
accountability, and building public trust. Body-worn camera technology will also serve as a valuable tool for documenting law enforcement interactions and providing critical evidence during investigations and court proceedings,” Captain Nicholas Ollinger said.
According to the sheriff’s office, implementing body cameras has been a challenge for years due to cost concerns. When Severson first took office in 2015, officials say the technology was not financially feasible without cutting deputy staffing.
“Funding our County’s justice and public safety needs is my number one priority. I’m encouraged by the
positive conversations surrounding Waukesha County’s decision to equip our deputies with body-worn
cameras. This is an important step for the County, and we are committed to implementing this technology in a way that supports transparency, accountability, and public trust,” County Executive Paul Farrow said.
Now, advances in technology and ongoing discussions about funding have made the program more realistic.
A timeline for when the program will be implemented has not yet been announced.
