Legal Question in Consumer Law in California

A manager at the rite aid starting recording me on his cell phone while i was shopping. when i finally asked why he claimed he saw me go out the back with beer (i didnt). is he allowed to record me?


Asked on 4/22/14, 6:23 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Nicholas Spirtos Law Offices of Nicholas B. Spirtos

Yes. You generally have little expectation of privacy when you are out in public.

Video recording of anyone while in the public view is allowed.

Audio recording requires consent of all parties if there is some expectation of privacy or confidentiality. Based on your description, the manager could legally record both video and audio.

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Answered on 4/23/14, 8:19 am


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