Columbia Prohibitions and penalties ordinance (§ 21-66)
Chapter 21: Police · Article IV. Law Enforcement Surveillance Oversight
The city shall not enter into any contract or agreement that conflicts with the provisions of this article.
Any city employee who knowingly violates this article shall be subject to appropriate discipline pursuant to the procedures set forth in the City Employee Personnel Manual and a report shall be made to the city manager.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this article shall not be deemed to prevent the use of any evidence or data obtained from use of surveillance technology being utilized by law enforcement officials in the prosecution or defense of any criminal or civil litigation.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 21-66
Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.