Yes, it is Legal to Film People in Public in the US.
The First Amendment of the US Constitution protects your right to record matters of public interest. This includes activities in public spaces like parks, sidewalks, or streets. Individuals in these spaces have a diminished expectation of privacy.
- State laws vary: Some states have additional restrictions on audio recording and could require consent. It’s best to check your state’s specific laws.
- One-Party vs. All-Party Consent: Some states require only one person’s consent to record a conversation (you being that person). Others require everyone involved to agree to be recorded.
- Reasonable expectation of privacy: You cannot film people in places where they expect privacy, such as bathrooms or changing rooms.
- Security Concerns: Places like military bases or government buildings may have restrictions on filming for security reasons.
- Purpose of filming: Harassment, stalking, or exploiting someone’s image for commercial gain can bring legal trouble.
The First Amendment protects the right to gather information about what public officials are doing on public property, and specifically, a right to record matters of public interest.
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