Are dash cameras legal for citizens to use?
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Are dash cameras legal for citizens to use?
Asked on September 22, 2015 under Accident Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Yes, a citizen can have a dash camera video only no sound, the same way that a citizen can use a cell phone camera to videotape other people, and even the police. If you misuse the camera in some way e.g. somehow get footage of an undressed minor and post that footage or the camera blocks your view driving and is a hazard, you could face consequences for those things but having a camera mounted on you dash is generally legal.
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