Discussion:
from NEW JERSEY
This may not be the right place, but I have spent half an hour trying to find a better place for the question.
For a photograph to be valid as evidence, what are my limitations? That is, can I photograph a subject who is on private property from anywhere (except on the subject's property)?
I am a student of criminal justice and private investigation and this issue is part of my education - the instructor does not have the answer.
Answer:
Originally posted by docharris1149
from NEW JERSEY
This may not be the right place, but I have spent half an hour trying to find a better place for the question.
For a photograph to be valid as evidence, what are my limitations? That is, can I photograph a subject who is on private property from anywhere (except on the subject's property)?
I am a student of criminal justice and private investigation and this issue is part of my education - the instructor does not have the answer.
My response:
It all depends upon where your "subject" is located; e.g., on the front lawn in plain view, or behind closed doors.
Look up the "Expectation of Privacy".
IAAL
Answer:
Thank you. The situation was outside on private property.
I will search for "expectation of privacy" for my answer. I actually knew that, but did not connect it with my problem.
Again, thank you.