Request for Bodycam footage(FOIA)
Dear Clifton City,
Under the authority granted by the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq.), I am formally requesting the release of the below-mentioned body-worn camera and dashcam footage pertaining to the specific incident outlined below:
Incident Case Number: 23-067033
Officer Name & Badge Number:
1.Rayyan, Mohammed [#19575], = bodycam + dashcam (patrol unit)
2. Ramirez , = bodycam + /Backseat Cam (patrol unit)
3. Torres= bodycam
This request encompasses unedited footage from the above-mentioned officer's body-worn cameras and patrol vehicle dashcams involved in the referenced incident.
Under Penalty of N.J.S.A 2C:28-3, I certify that:
1. I Have not been convicted of any indictable offense under the laws of New Jersey, any other state, or the United States.
2. I, or another person, WILL use the requested government records for a commercial purpose.
3. I AM NOT seeking records in connection with a legal proceeding.
In compliance with the New Jersey OPRA, I expect a response to this request within seven business days as stipulated by state law. Failure to meet this deadline will result in my seeking judicial relief to enforce compliance under the statute.
Please inform me of any fees associated with the processing of this request prior to proceeding. The timely and unimpeded access to these records is essential for maintaining public transparency and upholding New Jersey's statutory requirements.
Should there be any need for clarification or further details regarding this request, please contact me directly without delay.
I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Pamelina Manna
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Hello Heeral Patel (Badge ID: 95b87e803722),
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OPRA 616-2025 DWI/MVA, Redactions: LEO Computer, Personal Information.
Ramirez, Torres, Rayyan BWC
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