2007-02-22 08:54:44 · 13 answers · asked by Moll 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
See the Protection from Harrassment Act 1997 and Article 8 Right to Privacy - Human Rights Act 1998
2007-02-23 00:48:54 · answer #1 · answered by cadsaz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow!
What a fantastic legal question!
I would have to theorize that any guest who accepts an invitation to your home more or less accepts it as is as far as any picture taking goes.
Lets face it if you are walking around with a cam corder taking pics of other people there and the person sees you doing this they can object to have their picture taken if they so desire.
However if you take their picture and they did not know you were going to do so, this may open up a whole new can or worms!
2007-02-22 09:03:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is not strictly illegal to film anyone. It is illegal to distribute footage of someone without their permission. If one of those people is a minor, the legal issues are more complicated and I would assume the penalties would be worse. It is illegal for her to distribute those films to anyone else, or upload them anywhere. Ever. The fact that you are under 18 would make the legal scenario worse for her. It is also illegal to threaten anyone with extortion for gain. The question is: what does you mother want in return? If she doesn't want anything, strictly speaking, its not extortion. Instead you are looking at issues that involve child services. As you point out, it's a creepy scenario, but legally, she's in very dangerous waters. The best result all around if for you to move somewhere else where you cannot be filmed without your consent.
2016-05-23 23:54:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they are vistiting you can do so I believe - HOWEVER - you may not video tape them naked or while going to the bathroom or showering, etc. THAT is a clear violation of their human dignity and their person. People have gone to jail for doing just that.
ADDITIONAL:
If you plan on posting these videos on the internet (clothed or not) for profit or public display - then you'lll not only end up in jail, you can be subject to law suits. Just thought you should know. I noticed people on YouTube who are taking enormous risk by not securing a signed release from those they put up for public display.
2007-02-22 09:11:33 · answer #4 · answered by Victor ious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It probably depends what you're filming them for. For reasons of security is one thing but if you're filming them during sexual acts and later using these recordings for further stimulation as a means of gratifying yourself, I'm pretty sure this is against the law.
2007-02-22 09:06:36 · answer #5 · answered by soulguy85 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the UK, no, you can't. You're breaching their human right to privacy. If you have a camera up, you should be displaying a sign that says there is recording equipment being used within. It is then up to them to decide whether they come in or not.
2007-02-22 10:13:02 · answer #6 · answered by ragill_s1849 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it would be. You can film someone who is on a public street or in a public area, but other than that you must obtain their permission to film them.
2007-02-22 09:04:03 · answer #7 · answered by Social Science Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Unless some local or state law prohibits it.
2007-02-22 08:57:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually it is legal, unless the video would violate pronography laws.
2007-02-22 10:19:45 · answer #9 · answered by Niklaus Pfirsig 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it was for a specific reason. eg them looking after your child or an elderly person or you suspect them stealing then yes
2007-02-22 08:59:27 · answer #10 · answered by emmaline 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋