Whether they’re on our phones, computers, subway platforms or streets, cameras are practically everywhere – even in many peoples’ houses. Even though we’re rarely sure who will catch someone in the act, the chances are pretty good that the act is being captured by a camera. A hidden “nanny cam” recorded a Westchester man as he tried to take inappropriate photographs of a child. Another nanny cam in Brooklyn caught a baby-sitter in the act of abusing a 6-month-old girl. While the use of nanny cams in homes is on the rise, do they represent an invasion of your privacy? Is It Legal to Install a Nanny Cam in a Home in New York? Yes, residents in New York have the legal right to install hidden nanny cams in their homes. Keep in mind that New York is a one-party state. This essentially means that as long as at least one party is aware of the recording, it’s legal. Even if you’re not told about the existence of a nanny cam, you should always assume you’re...
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