QUESTION
Can I audio record someone without their knowledge for personal use?
Asked on Jul 28th, 2013 on Personal Injury - Louisiana
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This recording will not be used for a court case or evidence. I just want to use it to come up with a personal decision for myself about the other person.
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Ronald A. Steinberg
The law varies from state to state. I believe that it is okay for YOU to record what is said to YOU in a face to face conversation. However, if you do it on the phone, I believe that you have to let the person know that it is being recorded. Are you old enough to remember about the Nixon tapes? These were recordings made of conversations in the Oval Office.
Answered on Aug 27th, 2013 at 5:18 AM
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In New York State, you are not permitted to record a third party without consent. However, if you are a part of the conversation, then you can record it. So, if you telephone a person and have a conversation with that person, you can record it because you are recording yourself having the conversation. You cannot record 2 other people having a conversation to which you are not a party.
Answered on Jul 30th, 2013 at 8:53 AM
It depends on the jurisdiction you reside in. In OK, it is permissible provided at least one party to the conversation is aware the recording is taking place.
Answered on Jul 30th, 2013 at 12:29 AM
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Not in California; it is a violation of their right of privacy to record the conversation without their knowledge and consent.
Answered on Jul 30th, 2013 at 12:29 AM
Motor Vehicle Accidents Attorney serving Van Nuys, CA
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In California, it is illegal to record someone without that person's permission.
Answered on Jul 30th, 2013 at 12:28 AM
Thomas Edward Gates
You may not record another party without their consent.
Answered on Jul 30th, 2013 at 12:28 AM
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Michael J. Sgarlat
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Some states allow recording by one party to the conversation. I believe that Virginia allows recording but Maryland does not. Just ask Linda Tripp, the "snitch" in the Monica Lewinsky - Bill Clinton scandal.
Answered on Jul 30th, 2013 at 12:28 AM
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No it would be a crime.
Answered on Jul 30th, 2013 at 12:27 AM
Plaintiffs Personal Injury Attorney serving New Orleans, LA
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David A. Easson
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In Louisiana it is legal to record a conversation if one of the parties consents to the recording.
Answered on Jul 29th, 2013 at 12:11 PM