What does the law say about having video cameras on private property?
93328
I heard video surveilance without permission is legal, but not audio surveilance. More of a speculation though, since i remember reading in newspaper about woman discovering that for the past four years there was a videocamera in her bedroom, and she sued the workers that installed it there during some house repairs, but lost since there was no audio feed, and video feed was found legal (US, some state)
865590
I work in CCTV  Yes you can, although you need to be aware of the data protection act. You need to make people aware they are being recorded and by whom (sticker in the car window). They can also ask for a copy of the tape,  which is ace as you are allowed to charge up to £10 for each tape\ntry this link for a full explanation - http://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/Content/dpa1998.asp
589861
While it shouldn't be illegal really, I mean it is YOUR yard if someone manages to take a picture and turn it into police you could get arrested for "indecent exposure" but really I don't think you have to worry about that.  Plus who's more disgusting, you peeing in your yard or the person taking the picture of you peeing? =)
819084
There is no law preventing you recording your child's performance unless the copyright holders object.\n\nThis sort of nonsense makes me really cross - especially as you point out, you have no control over who the man allowed to do the filming gives copies to.\n\nI'd take your own video and film as normal. They're hardly going to eject you, are they?
304110
It all depends on the judge, or certain court rules if cameras will be allowed in a courtroom.
932148
if they do, someone has to inform you of them. otherwise, its illegal to tape you without notification,.
363372
They never were. It has always been legal to videotape in your own house, even without the person's permission.
120745
yes there are laws. Remember this.  Remember this. Safety not only protect you but your neighbor as well. Good luck and happy wisdom. Have a good day.
960042
just hide a wireless surveillance camera(by logic recording).be creative and talk about that you do not want such thing or otherwise you will go to the authorities.
939844
In urban areas it's more than 300 times; maybe not 300 cameras. I cannot leave my house without passing under one that I know is a dummy; but there are real ones a few steps further on. I can't walk into a shop or a bank or a post office without being recorded.\n\nAnd there are special cameras to record license plates for congestion charging, for speed enforcement, for bus lane enforcement. There are cameras in the buses to record yob behavior and at intersections to check for traffic problems.\n\nMandatory ID cards are next.
68265
Why can't you report it?  Anyway, you can follow a person (granted they don't have a restraining order against you), anywhere as long as it is on public or pseudo-public land (the public street system, for example, is public.  The shopping mall is pseudo-public, because it is a private building which serves the public interest).  You cannot follow them in a way that requires you going onto private land or property.  As for picture taking, if you are specifically taking a picture of an actual crime in progress, then that can be used as evidence and is no more illegal thank taking a mental 'picture' when you see a robery taking place.  Picture taking of anything else would be a touchy matter and should be avoided.  Rule of thumb: if a casual glance cannot detect illegality or suspicious behavior in a photo, then the photo should not be taken.  However, you should avoid such activites at all costs.  Depending on the nature of the crimes you are investigating, you may be placing yourself (and the public) in serious danger.  I would recommend that you consult with the police on this issue if there is even the slightest chance of violence.
967769
Generally speaking, there's no law that says you can't take pictures of someone or videotape someone who is outdoors -- that's how the Paparrazzi make all their money -- but if you were to sell the tape (or copies) or do a web-cast of the tape or distribute the tape in some other way without the consent of that person, you can get in BIG trouble.  You MUST have consent if you intend to sell, release, or distribute that tape.  If you don't you can get sued.
491813
Not necessarily against the statutory or common law, but would almost certainly be deemed contra bones mores if taken to court.  So, even on your private property, conceal your private property, for decency's sake.  Remember you belong to the great Australian nation, even if your ancestor got there for indecent exposure.
314670
In the state of California, it is illegal to record anyones voice without their consent. Period. Video can be recorded without consent, but sound cannot. As such, I would have to turn of the microphone on my camcorder when filming undercover as a PI. \n\nWhat does she need to be reported for that requires voice recording? Is she making comments during class or something? report it and tell whoever you report to to attend a class dressed as a student.
193433
I think it is a federal law that the party being recorded must know that they are being recorded.\n\nOtherwise your activity is illegal
294604
Install a video recorder in your living room or bedroom and record while they are there (suspected) alone.  YOu'll get your answer.
587317
There are no laws.  Rental property is market driven, the only law is the law of supply and demand.  They can charge whatever the market will bear, and you can choose to rent it or not.