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It depends on what state they are in. Some states require all parties to a conversation to be informed that it is being recorded, though even in those cases the law may contain an exception wherein law enforcement is still allowed to record without per se informing the person they are talking to. For example, most police cruisers are equipped with dash-mounted cameras that are linked to a microphone on the officer's uniform. While officers sometimes will inform a person during a traffic stop that they are being recorded, they don't necessarily have to in most jurisdictions.
Recording a conversation with an obviously uniformed officer is distinct from secretly recording a conversation where the person does not know law enforcement is involved. In these cases, a warrant or other authorization is almost always required to do so. Failure to do this can result in all evidence obtained this way being inadmissible, and even criminal prosecution for the officer in cases of extreme misuse.
Added: Except for certain enumerated matters concerning 'national security' law enforcement and the prosecution had better have a warrant or the results of their effort will be for naught. Any and ALL information gained from the unlawful recordings will all be thrown out under the "fruit of the poisoned tree" doctrine.
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Is it illegal to record a minor's conversation without parental consent?
yes
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You must first notify them that the conversation is being recorded. Even if they object you have a right to record them (although it is inconsiderate and impolite).
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Recording a telephone conversation is legal in New York State, providing that at least one party to the conversation consents to the recording. Also, law enforcement may monitor and record telephone conversations if they have obtained a warrant from a judge.
Can you tape record a meeting with your principal without him knowing it i live in Wisconsin?
Yes, if he/she is made aware conversation is being recorded
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Is it legal in ky to record images an conversation?
Yes, you may record images of a conversation in Kenya. Kenyan federal law does not prohibit this, assuming the conversation is in a public place.
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yes but u kan do it if u want to
Is it illegal to record your boss's conversation with you without them knowing in VA?
No, you must make all parties aware that they are being taped for it to be lawful.
Is it illegal to record someone without their knowledge in New York?
New York makes it illegal to tape record someone unless one party to the conversation consents. In most states it is illegal to records someone without their knowledge.
Do stockbrokers record voice conversations?
I have heard of it, but, I am not sure. You can certainly contact a stock broker and they would answer it. It seems that most of them do. Note that in the US it is illegal to tape a conversation without letting the other party know. Having said that, if you had a conversation with someone and they taped your conversation without your knowledge, then they can't use that as evidence in court.
