police and vloggers
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Chessecake94
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Whether they like it or not, its not illegal. They won't stop you for it, if they do, i wouldn't be happy.
gpzDave
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I guess they probably wouldn't like it if you talked to them with a camera recording but in general use I see no reason for them to object.
After all a lot of police forces and other emergency services use action cameras to record video for training, future reference or even T.V. documentaries.
After all a lot of police forces and other emergency services use action cameras to record video for training, future reference or even T.V. documentaries.
Trinith
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mrdonzno1 said:
I've never had any problems, but this is the kind of thing that's going to vary a lot between precincts and individual police. Some people claim they've been stopped just because of their camera, with the police citing something about the camera being a potential hazard in a crash, but I've never known anyone personally who it's happened to.
Chessecake94
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They can't stop you from even filming them, you can film people in a place they shouldn't expect privacy i.e.. on the street.
LeedsRider93
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Chessecake94 said:
Agreed. If its not illegal its not a problem in my opinion, I don't see that police would view it any differently.
Mikesmotorbike
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well I rode past 5 at once doing traffic stops (check my last vid) even nodded to say hi. They dindn't stop me
Chessecake94
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If not gun it, film the whole chase, arrest etc. Stick it on YT from jail, make a tidy sum on monitisation.
rickster303
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in the uk its your right to film in a public place, and police man can not tell you to turn it off even if they are talking to you
Bloke
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They will stop you on occassion and under the road traffic act they're allowed to stop any vehicle they want to.
It can be illegal to film through the fence of government establishments like military bases, etc...
Police in london will stop you and ask why you're filming, citing anti-terror regulations and to be honest I think it's just prudent policing in that regard, but unless it's a prohibited place it's not illegal no.
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It can be illegal to film through the fence of government establishments like military bases, etc...
Police in london will stop you and ask why you're filming, citing anti-terror regulations and to be honest I think it's just prudent policing in that regard, but unless it's a prohibited place it's not illegal no.
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lauriejennifer
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I've had lengthy chats with several different cops who think it's great that I record, citing how many horrid drivers there are on the road these days. And every cop I've met in other conversations when recording has glanced at the camera, clearly acknowledged it, and changed/said nothing about our interaction. An honest cop won't mind being filmed and will recognize the benefit of such accountability.
At least, that's my 3am take on it.
At least, that's my 3am take on it.
noddydon
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Have had a camera either on the bike or on my helmet for the last four years without problems from the law. In my local town the Council have two small cars fitted out with cameras on the roof, like a Google camera car, that go around looking for parking offences etc and slapping tickets on the screens. Hugely hated and known locally as "cash cows" they have been observed themselves parked on yellow lines etc whilst the driver is getting fish and chips! Following this several members of the public took photos and the local paper published them. On top of that several bikers with onboard cameras followed the "cash cows" around from when they left the depot until their return. The point of this tale is that the local Police stated in the local paper that no offence had been committed and that they would be taking no action.
Obviously, as wisely mentioned by "Bloke", "sensitive" government areas should be treated with caution.
Don
Obviously, as wisely mentioned by "Bloke", "sensitive" government areas should be treated with caution.
Don
Chessecake94
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Gogosor said:
And it wouldnt stand up in court if you wanted to take it take way.
Friz
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Just something I saw once
http://youtu.be/5o5b6255xhs
Skip to 1min 30.
Of course, this is America. I've never heard of anything like that happening here in England
http://youtu.be/5o5b6255xhs
Skip to 1min 30.
Of course, this is America. I've never heard of anything like that happening here in England
mrdonzno1
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Friz said:Just something I saw once
http://youtu.be/5o5b6255xhs
Skip to 1min 30.
Of course, this is America. I've never heard of anything like that happening here in England
lol this video is so funny is there any need for that cop to be like that.
ariderslife
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mrdonzno1 said:
Cops in aus seem to like it.
ALl cops ive spoken to think its a good idea.
AZZ3R
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Police in the UK have been known to pull cyclist & motorcycle riders over for wearing helmet cams usually London it happens.
They can bring the BS law that says, if it's hanging from the helmet & you where to fall or crash, then theres a chance it could snag on something & a possible neck break.
They can bring the BS law that says, if it's hanging from the helmet & you where to fall or crash, then theres a chance it could snag on something & a possible neck break.
Mikesmotorbike
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that's why I use the velcro mount, if it's strong enough to break my neck it'll just pull of the velcro
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