The webcam is small, pemanantly placed outside of an upstairs window where it is hard to spot, and there are no warning signs. I am concerned as my 7yo daughter plays in the garden and outside with friends sometimes in a paddling pool where she could be videoed and any images will be easily uploaded to the internet. They have never asked my permission to video my property or family, do I have any legal standing for asking them to remove it or ensure it does not video my children?
2006-07-22 11:28:47 · 19 answers · asked by debz p 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
You're right in being concerned about it.
But let me share my own experience: I'm foreing, during the winter I put my webcam on windows just to allow my family to see the street that I've been living, the weather (snow), cars, people wearing clothes different, colourful hair, etc. I also repeat during the summer.
This was my reason, but how about him?
2006-07-22 11:47:14 · answer #1 · answered by ♫♪Fencer♫♪ 4Him 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Covert Webcam
2016-12-18 09:23:09 · answer #2 · answered by bennison 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An interesting question. Under the data collection act anyone collecting and storing data on a computer concerning an individual must be registered for the purpose and must make that data available to the individual. The person collecting the data must state the purpose for collection, can only collect data needed for that purpose and the data must only be used for that purpose. The data must not be retained longer than is necessary for that purpose. I'm not an expert but I think the act applies to pictures as well as written information.
If the camera is directed towards your garden then you might argue that he is collecting digital images of you and your family. I suppose you will have to report him and hope the police take you seriously enough to have a look.
2006-07-22 11:42:44 · answer #3 · answered by migelito 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The laws regarding CCTV can be complicated. Why don't you try speaking to your neighbour. It may well be that the camera is only surveying his own property and/or car and for his own safety and peace of mind.
Lots of people now have CCTV to protect their properties.
If your neighbour is willing to speak to you and show you how his camera works and what it views, you may have nothing to worry about - so try this first and perhaps it will put your mind at rest.
If you have no joy, check with your local citizens advice/police or council and see if they can help you.
Failing that, get involved in the legal side of stuff - and prepare to be confused!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-07-26 07:25:45 · answer #4 · answered by Sally J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Britain there is NO such thing as a LEGAL COVERT CAMERA unless operated under court authority. CCTV notices MUST be displayed around the area covered.
Illegally recording ANYONE is a contravention of several Acts, and that person is liable to be procecuted.
2006-07-22 11:43:47 · answer #5 · answered by creviazuk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once you leave the privay of the inside of your home you loose your expectation of your privacy and are subject to anyperson looking at you or even a camera.
Even if this camera points into your yard this is still true. I could just as easily look into your yard with my own eyes.
As far as the video taping, as long as they are not illegal images ther is nothing wrong there. Imoral, yes. Illegal, no.
Notification from signs are not required.
2006-07-22 18:02:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No! Not if the camera only shoots within the property owned by them. But I understand your concerns call CAB or police
and enquire.
2006-07-22 12:05:56 · answer #7 · answered by Offkey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending on wher you live the rules change.
generally it is allowed that you may record / monitor your own property and that leading upto its parimiter (to see whos doing what, andy where they came from / went to).
You are not allowed to overlook or purposly record / monitor outside your own property.
Specifically where there is an issue of privacy, especially with children; this is by no means permitted.
Consult your local police for advice.
JJ.
2006-07-22 11:46:00 · answer #8 · answered by just_jen2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consult Citizen's Advice Bureau. Ask your local Council. If no joy there pay for a consultation with a solicitor.
2006-07-22 11:32:39 · answer #9 · answered by cognito44 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow..I'd 100% ask a lawyer since a lot of lawyers allow a 30 minute initial meeting free. That's really really disturbing though :(
2006-07-22 11:31:46 · answer #10 · answered by X 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋