Is it illegal to audio or video record a police officer in a public place if you are not a part of the conversation being had?

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Is it illegal to audio or video record a police officer in a public place if you are not a part of the conversation being had?

Asked on April 12, 2012 under Criminal Law, Louisiana

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

It is not illegal for a person to videotape or audio tape law enforcement in public if you are not part of the conversation being held. Such right to do what you ask is protected under the consitutions of each state as well as the United States Constitution. Common examples of actual depictions of what you are asking about and which are allowed are news feeds by reporters on television or on the radio.


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