Can a business put a picture of me in a store without my permission?

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Can a business put a picture of me in a store without my permission?

Asked on October 18, 2012 under Personal Injury, California

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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

No, the business may not do this. Every person has the right to control the use of his or her likeness for commercial uses, such as marketing or advertising. You could, if necessary, bring a legal action to force the store to remove the picture, if they will not do so voluntarily upon your request.


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