Closed circuit surveillance cameras are no longer used only to capture violent crimes in Jersey City.

According to Closed Circuit TV (CCTV) Deputy Director Juan Perez, the cameras will also be used to combat quality-of-life crimes. Perez says the types of crimes the CCTV hopes to catch are ?people in corners, individuals walking their dogs and not picking up, guys illegally parked? and other similar infractions.

CCTV is a neighborhood watch program funded by sales tax. The group is working hand in hand with the police department to catch any and all crimes. So far, there are a total of 68 cameras located in the north, south and west districts of Jersey City. CCTV is planning to install another 65 throughout the city?s streets.