Request Body Cam Footage
Summary
To request body cam footage in Colorado, submit a Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) request to the relevant police department, providing specific incident details. If a fee is required, you can request a waiver by submitting a formal letter with evidence of financial hardship. To prove a landlord took your belongings, gather photographic evidence, witness statements, receipts, and file a police report promptly. There is no specific time limit for filing a police report in Colorado, but its advisable to do so quickly for effective investigation.Full Conversation
How can i request to view body cam footage from my eviction that was done illegally in Colorado?
To request body cam footage from your eviction in Colorado:
- Submit a Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) request to the police department involved.
- Provide specific details such as date, time, and location of the incident.
Have you contacted your local police department regarding this request?
- Submit a Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) request to the police department involved.
- Provide specific details such as date, time, and location of the incident.
Have you contacted your local police department regarding this request?
Yes and they told me to pay $* dollars to view
It sounds like you have already made a Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) request and received a response. If you believe the fee is unreasonable, you can:
- Ask for a fee waiver or reduction based on your financial situation.
- Contact the police department to inquire about any possible fee reduction.
Would you like more details on how to request a fee waiver?
- Ask for a fee waiver or reduction based on your financial situation.
- Contact the police department to inquire about any possible fee reduction.
Would you like more details on how to request a fee waiver?
Tes and how much is the fee waiver?
To request a fee waiver, you can:
- Submit a formal written request explaining your financial situation.
- Provide evidence, such as income statements or proof of government assistance.
The amount waived varies by department; there's no set amount. Contact your local police department for specific details.
Would you like guidance on writing the request letter?
- Submit a formal written request explaining your financial situation.
- Provide evidence, such as income statements or proof of government assistance.
The amount waived varies by department; there's no set amount. Contact your local police department for specific details.
Would you like guidance on writing the request letter?
Yes
Sure, ****. Here's a basic template for requesting a fee waiver:
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**[Your Name]**
**[Your Address]**
**[City, State, ZIP Code]**
**[Email Address]**
**[Phone Number]**
**[Date]**
**[Police Department Name]**
**[Police Department Address]**
**[City, State, ZIP Code]**
**Subject: Request for Fee Waiver for CORA Request**
Dear [Police Department Name],
I am writing to request a waiver of the fee for accessing body cam footage of my eviction on [date]. Due to my financial situation, I am unable to afford the fee.
Attached are my income statements and proof of government assistance.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
**[Your Name]**
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Make sure to attach the necessary documents. Would you need any more help with this?
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**[Your Name]**
**[Your Address]**
**[City, State, ZIP Code]**
**[Email Address]**
**[Phone Number]**
**[Date]**
**[Police Department Name]**
**[Police Department Address]**
**[City, State, ZIP Code]**
**Subject: Request for Fee Waiver for CORA Request**
Dear [Police Department Name],
I am writing to request a waiver of the fee for accessing body cam footage of my eviction on [date]. Due to my financial situation, I am unable to afford the fee.
Attached are my income statements and proof of government assistance.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
**[Your Name]**
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Make sure to attach the necessary documents. Would you need any more help with this?
What documents i need to attach to this letter?
Hi ****,
For your fee waiver request letter, you should attach the following documents:
- Income statements (e.g., recent pay stubs or tax returns)
- Proof of government assistance (e.g., SNAP benefits, Medicaid, or housing assistance)
Would you need any more help with this?
For your fee waiver request letter, you should attach the following documents:
- Income statements (e.g., recent pay stubs or tax returns)
- Proof of government assistance (e.g., SNAP benefits, Medicaid, or housing assistance)
Would you need any more help with this?
Yes i do
Certainly, ****. How else can I assist you with your legal issue? Do you have any other questions or need further guidance on this matter?
If i believe that my on-site landlord took my valuable things and disposed everything else. What do i need to prove it?
Hi ****,
To prove that your on-site landlord took your valuable things and disposed of everything else, you will need:
- **Photographic evidence:** Photos of your belongings before the eviction.
- **Witness statements:** Statements from anyone who saw the landlord taking your items.
- **Receipts or appraisals:** Proof of ownership and value of the items.
- **Police report:** File a report with the local authorities.
What state are you currently residing in? This will help tailor the legal information further.
To prove that your on-site landlord took your valuable things and disposed of everything else, you will need:
- **Photographic evidence:** Photos of your belongings before the eviction.
- **Witness statements:** Statements from anyone who saw the landlord taking your items.
- **Receipts or appraisals:** Proof of ownership and value of the items.
- **Police report:** File a report with the local authorities.
What state are you currently residing in? This will help tailor the legal information further.
Colorado
Hi ****,
To prove that your on-site landlord took and disposed of your valuable items in Colorado, you need:
- **Photographic evidence**: Photos of belongings before eviction.
- **Witness statements**: Testimonies from witnesses.
- **Receipts or appraisals**: Proof of ownership and value.
- **Police report**: File a report with local authorities.
Would you like assistance with filing a police report?
To prove that your on-site landlord took and disposed of your valuable items in Colorado, you need:
- **Photographic evidence**: Photos of belongings before eviction.
- **Witness statements**: Testimonies from witnesses.
- **Receipts or appraisals**: Proof of ownership and value.
- **Police report**: File a report with local authorities.
Would you like assistance with filing a police report?
Yes and what is the time frame i have to file this?
Hi ****,
In Colorado, there is no specific statute of limitations for filing a police report regarding property theft. However, it's best to file it as soon as possible to ensure timely investigation and evidence collection.
Would you like guidance on filing the police report?
In Colorado, there is no specific statute of limitations for filing a police report regarding property theft. However, it's best to file it as soon as possible to ensure timely investigation and evidence collection.
Would you like guidance on filing the police report?
Yes
Hi ****,
To file a police report regarding property theft:
- **Visit your local police department**: Bring all your evidence (photos, witness statements, receipts).
- **Provide a detailed account**: Explain what happened and when.
- **Ask for a case number**: Keep it for future reference.
Would you need more help with the process?
To file a police report regarding property theft:
- **Visit your local police department**: Bring all your evidence (photos, witness statements, receipts).
- **Provide a detailed account**: Explain what happened and when.
- **Ask for a case number**: Keep it for future reference.
Would you need more help with the process?