Security Camera Registration Program

What is the program?

Kearney Police Department is proud to announce a new partnership with the community that offers residents and business owners the opportunity to register their surveillance camera systems with us. The SCRAM program will help deter criminal activity in our neighborhoods and assist in our investigations.

How does it work?

The Kearney Police Department is encouraging residents and businesses to register their surveillance camera systems with the department. By doing so, you can assist law enforcement in quickly accessing crucial evidence when a crime occurs in your area. Here’s how it works:

  1. Registration: You provide the Kearney Police Department with information about your surveillance system, such as its location and the areas it covers.
  2. Crime Occurrence: If a crime happens nearby, the police may contact you and ask you to review your surveillance footage.
  3. Evidence Collection: With your consent, officers will collect video or photo evidence that could help solve the crime.

Benefits of registering your surveillance system include:

    • Enhanced Public Safety: Your footage can provide key evidence to help solve crimes and enhance safety in your community.
    • Efficient Investigations: Quick access to surveillance footage can expedite investigations, potentially leading to faster apprehensions of suspects.
    • Community Partnership: By participating, you’re partnering with law enforcement to create a safer environment for everyone.

Registering your surveillance system with the Kearney Police Department is a proactive step toward contributing to the safety and well-being of your neighborhood.

Register 

Register here for a security camera. 

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Lieutenant Derek Luke, (308) 233-5256 or Emily Starkey, (308) 233-5241.

Surveillance Tips

If you plan to purchase a surveillance system, keep in mind:

  • The higher the resolution, the more helpful the footage will be.
  • A minimum of 30-day information storage is recommended.
  • Cameras should face entrance and exit points.

Privacy

The Kearney Police Department assures participants that information regarding their camera systems will be used exclusively for official department purposes. Here are some key points about the program:

  • Confidentiality: All personal information provided during registration will remain confidential and will not be shared with the public.
  • No Direct Access: Registering your surveillance system does not grant the Kearney Police Department remote or direct access to your cameras.
  • Privacy Protection: This program respects your privacy rights and is designed to be a collaborative effort between the community and the police department.

By participating in this program, you are helping to create a safer community without compromising your privacy or granting unnecessary access to your surveillance systems.