Should police use video cameras when they interview suspects?
Asked at Hastings, 1900 W. 23rd St. on August 15, 2005
“Yeah, to a certain extent. They should only use them for serious cases.”
— Mike Ireland, heavy equipment operator, Lawrence
“Yes. They can keep it for their records if they need to use it in court.”
— Faisal Absar, Kansas University junior, Lawrence
“Sure. Just to make sure that everything that's said is recorded and everything is on the up and up for both sides.”
— Lisa Egan, homemaker, Lawrence
“Only if they have been read their rights and know that they don't have to participate until they have a lawyer present.”
— Amanda Cooper, guest service associate, Lawrence