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Yes, it is legal to take pictures with a hidden camera for a legal purpose. There are hidden cameras in highways, traffic signals, airports, public places like parks, Underpasses...etc to monitor unscrupulous elements or anti social activities. If the governance practices this through appropriate officialdom.. its only because the act to placing hidden cameras are legal for a legal purpose, hence making the answer Yes!!
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoIn general, hidden cameras are legal as long as the motive is legal such as surveillance of a property to guard against intruders or surveillance of a business to guard against employee dishonesty or theft. However, if hidden cameras are used for the sole purpose of privacy violation it is no longer legal.
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∙ 12y agoHidden camera videos have tricky laws regrading their use. You can use them to guard your property and the recording is admissable in a court of law porviding you have signs stating that the camera is in use. If you name a person and show the film on a public forum, you will need to get a release of liability.
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∙ 12y agoIn general, video surveillance is perfectly lawful. However, if cameras are used in areas (such as bathrooms and bedrooms), it may constitute an invasion of privacy and therefore be unlawful.
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∙ 12y agoHidden spy cameras are lawful if the purpose is lawful. If you use these cameras to stop theft and vandalism, then it is okay. If you're using these in a bathroom, that that is immoral.
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Can a person post hidden camera videos on you tube?
only if its a hidden camera from your uncle's shower
Can a person post videos from a hidden camera onto YouTube?
Yes, this is possible. Such videos can conflict with terms of use policy, such as with copyrighted media. A variety of hidden camera video example exist on YouTube already.
Which websites show hidden camera videos for free?
There are several hundred sites that hold hidden camera footage. It just depends if you are looking for adult content or just spoofs. The upright citizens brigade is a great source for funny hidden cameras.
Are pooping videos legal?
Who can stop you from show the world from you pooping in front of a camera. It may be classified as porn though.
When was Hidden Camera Jihad created?
Hidden Camera Jihad was created in 2006.
Is it legal for police to send someone into your home with a hidden camera or wire if the person is a paid informant and not law enforcement?
i think police put hidden cam in my home is it illegal
What kind of camera does andrea russet use for her videos?
The kind of camera that Andrea Russett uses for her videos is the Polaroid camera.
Are surveillance camera's legal in new york classrooms?
Certainly, as long as students know they are there.
In what states are hidden cameras illegal?
The legality of hidden cameras is a very complicated issue and usually resides on the intent of the hidden camera. Many states prohibit hidden cameras in private areas. Some states don't allow you to capture audio, but they will allow you to capture video. For a run-down on which states allow what, you can visit this url: http://www.familyhomesecurity.com/hidden-camera-video-surveillance-is-it-legal/.
What are some popular hidden camera shows?
Some popular hidden camera shows include The Jamie Kennedy Experiment, The Tom Green Show, Punk'd and Smile, you're on hidden camera. Hidden camera shows are usually family oriented and have been around for decades.
Can a camera take videos?
Yes. You're camera has to be capable of taking videos and has to have enough space on the memory card as well to take the videos.
Where can one go to and watch camera cache videos?
To watch cached camera videos you can visit YouTube and type in the phrase camera cache videos. You may also be able to find cache videos on sites like Hulu.
