Is there a way of recording a conversation on a cell phone or home phone without the other party knowing?
There are ways to do it, yes, from simply using your answering machine to a hand-held tape recorder. Whether it's legal is another question, and it depends entirely upon which state you live in. It actually isn't legal, but people do it in cases of threats from a former lover, etc. Just to tape someone for no reason is illegal, but most are never caught. It's call "invasion of privacy". In many court cases even the judge will have to rule on whether a taped conversation is admissible in court. If you are phoning a lawyer or business on a complicated matter and want to tape the conversation you should legally ask that person if you can tape the conversation or not. The police can tape calls (bug) someones phone should it be warranted. Many business' use a loop hole when taping a customer. Example: If you are phoning to complain to your telephone company for poor service you will get this message, "Please acknowledge that your conversation may be taped for training purposes." This is simply a legal loop hole. On most home phones there is "speaker phone." Just push the button before you answer and you don't have to lift up the receiver. Put your tape recorder near the speaker phone (put the TV or radio down as it's interference.) Cell phones are difficult to get a clear taping from. In the US, states establish laws pertaining to the secret recording of telephone conversations or conversations in general. Conversations can be legally recorded in most states as long as one party has knowledge. Federal law also allows the personal recording of telephone and electronic communications as long as one party is aware it is occurring. States that require all party consent to a conversation being taped whether an electronic communication system or a personal encounter are, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Washington State. The Supreme Court ruled that the recording of a conversation by an individual (not a government agency) is not illegal as the involved parties could not be guaranteed nor should expect privacy,meaning others could be listening on an extension and so forth. ANSWER Actually, it is really easy from a cell phone... while you are on the phone look at it, most often there is a more option, press it, and then hit record...that easy---and no one would even know.
Is it illegal to tape a person's conversation in West Virginia if you have a concealed recording device on you?
Federal law states that one party of the conversation must know that the conversation is being taped. In other words, I can tape a conversation between me and someone else, but I can't tape a conversation that doesn't involve me. The recording of a non-electronic conversation under West Virginia law is only legal if the party being recorded had no expectation of the conversation being private. In other words, recording such conversation would have to…
Is it legal in Louisiana to tape a conversation without the other person knowing?
You are always free to legally record a conversation which you are a part of, whether the other person(s) you are talking to knows about it or not. However, you are not free to record the conversations that two other people are having without their knowledge, unless you have a court order which allows that.
Can a conversation be recorded without your knowledge and then be used against you?
In the US It depends on what state you live in. Different states have different laws regarding the recording of conversations. In California, you are in violation of state law if you do inform the other party AND get their consent to record the conversation. In some states, only one party has to be aware of the recording. Added; Above is a true statement BUT obviously does NOT apply to government agencies or law enforcement…
What are Internet Chat and Instant Messaging Security Issues?
They provide real-time communication which has two flaws. The first is that a history can be kept of your conversation. Even if you have your history turned off, the other party can be keeping it. So it is vitally important to watch what you say. Secondly, the conversation can often have other parties listening in or saving your conversation without you knowing it. It is vitally important that you get an Internet Security Platform to…
Is it legal to tape a husband and wife conversation in Texas?
Texas is what is commonly called a "one party consent" state, which means that if one party to the conversation knows the conversation is being recorded and consents to the recording, the other party need not. Here is a longer overview of the Texas law: http://www.citmedialaw.org/legal-guide/texas/texas-recording-law However, even assuming that it is legal to record the conversation, there may be limits on the use of that recording. For instance, depending upon how the state of…
Is it legal to voice record someone in Mississippi?
You may tape record your OWN phone conversations with one other party without notifying the other party. If the call includes more than one other party you must notify ALL parties that you are tape recording the conversation. If the call is from Mississippi to another state, THAT state may not have the same laws as Mississippi and you should notify the recepient that your are recording.
Importance of a clock?
Clocks are important in a wide range of ways for recording time. From simple things like knowing the time, recording how long something takes, recording hours people have worked, measuring time on a scientific level and for many other purposes, clocks are essential pieces of equipment. Without them a lot of simple things would be much more complex.
How do you legally get a copy of a conversation that was taped without my knowledge?
you cannot..digital millennium act allows recording of any uncopyrighted material - - - - - - - - You can get a copy of your conversation from the Company or Person who voice recorded your conversation. Any body can record your conversations since there is no specific law stating anyone can voice record your conversation. This can vary by state. Another View: The above answer is only partially correct. Many (but not all) states have…
Is it illegal to tape record someone without their knowledge in Ohio?
No. In Ohio, as in many other states, it's not illegal if the person recording is a party to the conversation. Twelve states require ALL PARTIES to consent to the recording. These are: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Washington.
Can an employer in Ohio record a phone conversation and use it to discipline an employee?
No. Wiretapping, eavesdropping on phone conversations is illegal. Recording a conversation you are not part of cannot be used for any purpose whatsoever. If you record your own phone conversations the other person must be informed prior to the conversation and sometimes an audible beep every few seconds is required. Listening to radio communications such as a police scanner is allowed as long as what the listener has heard is never divulged to another person…
In Oklahoma is it legal to record a telephone conversation without notifying the other party?
It is a federal law to record telephone messages without one party consent. There are 12 states who do two-party consent, which means all people must have knowledge of the recording. A one-party consent means only one person has to has knowledge and give consent to the recording. Oklahoma is a one-party consent state.
Is it legal to record a phone conversation in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon is a "one party" state which means that only one party of the conversation needs to consent to the recording. This means that you, or somebody who has given prior consent, needs to be in the conversation (recording a conversation between neighbors when none of them know would be illegal). However, all parties must be informed of the recording. So, if you always record your calls, you can simply answer the phone with…
Is recording a conversation without the victims consent illegal?
Pretty much no, it's not. You think those people on 60 Minutes all wanted to be recorded? Some states do forbid parties to a phone conversation from recording it without the knowledge (not necessarily the explicit consent) of the other party. Even then, it may not be "illegal" in the "you'll go to jail for doing this" sense, though it usually is "illegal" in the "you can't use the recording as evidence in court" sense…
Can your neighbor tape you having a converstion in your own home?
This varies depending on the jurisdiction (state or country), but in most jurisdictions, recording a conversation requires the consent of either one or both of the participants. so you cannot record a conversation without the knowledge of at least ONE of the participants. This is true of phone conversations as well. In some US states, you may record telephone calls you are participating in without the consent of the other party and in some states…
Is there a way of recording a conversation on a cell phone or home phone without the other party knowing to prove she cheating?
its called wiretapping and in the US is illegal without a warrant, which can only be obtained by law enforcement not individuals. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This is incorrect. Many people think privacy laws protect us, and mistakenly believe our conversations/phone calls are protected as such. Anyone can legally record anyone else (conversation or phone calls), as long as they are a party to the conversation FOR ANY REASON, in the any state except for the following: California[15]…
Is there irony in a conversation with your father?
It's not possible to answer this question without knowing more information about the context. There is nothing inherently ironic about having a conversation with your father in ordinary circumstances. Irony is a difference between intended meaning and reality - like when you say "this weather is great" when it is really terrible. An example of when it might be ironic to have a conversation with your father is if one of you was promising not…
If there are 3 people on the phone call and a 4th person is talking to one of the people using the phone can someone in on the phone call record the 4th person without their consent in North Carolina?
North Carolina is a "one-party consent" state. Only one party to the conversation needs to consent to the recording of any "wire, oral, or electronic communication". That means individuals can record phone calls and conversations as long as they are a party to the conversation, without getting the consent of any other party to the conversation. It is a reminder that we need to be mindful that our conversations and activities can be easily recorded…
Is it legal to record a conversation in Texas?
In Texas, you may only record a telephone conversation if you are a party to that conversation, or if one of the parties is aware of the recording. That means if someone asks to use your phone, you must inform them if the conversation will be recorded. Case law (Kearney v. Salomon Smith Barney Inc., 39 Cal. 4th 95 (2006)) states that if the person you call is in a state that requires that all…
Recording Conversations-What are the laws on recordings and their admissibility in Family Court?
RECORDING CONVERSATIONS In most states it is legal for you to record your own personal two-party telephone conversations as long as you know the conversations are being recorded (see related link below). BEFORE RECORDING ANY TELEPHONE CONVERSATIONS IN YOUR STATE YOU SHOULD CONSULT AN ATTORNEY. IT IS A CRIME IN SOME STATES TO RECORD A TELEPHONE CONVERSATION WITHOUT BOTH PARTIES BEING INFORMED THAT THE CONVERSATION IS BEING RECORDED. IN SOME STATES YOU MAY BE SUED…
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.
Is it illegal to record a conversation in Minnesota if one of the parties does not know the conversation is being taped?
That would only be illegal if all parties were in one of the few two-party consent states in the USA (about 12 of them). The statute in Minnesota, like MOST states, however, makes it a one-party state, meaning that anyone who is actually involved in the conversation, or who has given someone ELSE consent ("one party consents") may record the entire conversation without anyone else knowing, let alone consenting. So, to answer your question, "one…
Is it illegal to record someone without their knowledge?
Yes, certain privacy laws state that you cannot record someone without their permission. Twelve states require ALL PARTIES to consent to the recording. These are: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Washington. Other states (and federal law) allow recording as long as at least ONE of the parties involved is aware of and consents to the recording. In this case, the person doing the recording meets that requirement…
Are tape recordings of conversations admissable in divorce court when the party doing the recording is doing so without the knowledge or consent of the other party?
It depends on how the recording was obtained and whether or not the presiding judge will allow it to be used. Usually, taped conversations are only admissible as evidence if at least one of the parties involved in the conversation has knowledge that the conversation is being recorded. In some jurisdictions, all parties must know that the conversation is being recorded. Check with a local divorce attorney to determine the laws in your particular jurisdiction…
What are the advantages and disadvantages of person to person communication?
Verbal/Visual Communication is real-time, and each party can see the body-language, facial-expressions and overall mannerisms of the other party. But without some type of recording of that conversation, such as the abilities to retain email, the parties involved are not able to leverage non-repudiation as a mechanism to enforce agreements or prove accountability.