Police surveillance technology ordinance requiring annual public…
Columbia, MO — Police surveillance technology ordinance requiring annual public surveillance reports (Code Sec. 21-61)
Columbia, MO · Police surveillance technology ordinance requiring annual public surveillance reports (Code Sec. 21-61)
- Status
- In effect
- Took effect
- December 31, 2025
- Applies to
- Local government / regulated operators.
Columbia's surveillance technology ordinance (Code of Ordinances Article IV, Sec. 21-61) requires the police department to document and publicly report its use of surveillance technology to the City Council each year, including data-sharing, complaints, and audit results.
Who is protected: Local residents subject to the measure.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Columbia, MO |
|---|---|
| Level | City / local |
| Strength | Limited |
| Citation | Police surveillance technology ordinance requiring annual public surveillance reports (Code Sec. 21-61) |
| Topics | police and surveillance AI · government use of AI · consumer data privacy |
| Statute | 2025 Annual Surveillance Technology Report - City of Columbia Missouri |
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