is it against the law to have a security camera overlooking someone elses property in the uk.?
604599
it is illegal everywhere.
807215
If the subject has a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as in a private residence or workplace, then the recording will most likely be inadmissible.\n\nIf the recording was made in a public place, or at a party, and there was no expectation of privacy, then the recording might be admissible, depending on the circumstances.
729250
The UK is home to around 20% of all the world's overt CCTV cameras (roughly four million, or one for every fourteen or fifteen people).  However these figures don't consider covert cameras, such as those mounted in police patrol cars.  Nor do they acknowledge public webcams or domestic CCTV.\n\nFor what it's worth the majority of these systems are passively monitored until needed, but with year-by-year advances in pattern recognition technology (read: AI) there'll be a greater degree of automated active monitoring.\n\nAnd with respect to your talk of black boxes in cars...  It's just a matter of time.  The current trend toward more and more toll roads will require some kind of convergent monitoring, and little black boxes with GPS capability will go a long way toward allowing that.  (Red Ken Livingstone would just LOVE one of those on YOUR car, whether you live in London or otherwise.)\n\nFurthermore, the capacity of CCTV to "catch" criminals is completely overshadowed by the courts inability to effectively prosecute them.  Any suggestion that CCTV makes our streets safer is a myth busted wide open by independant, authorative observation (that's you and me).\n\n(Do you really believe the streets are safer to walk these days?  I don't.  I can see it with my own eyes, and I don't have to watch the broadcast news or read the papers every single day to appreciate it.  CCTV will NOT protect you, me, our friends or our families.  It does not deter.  At best it affords a visual record of past events, and at worse it offers a false sense of security.)\n\nAs for this Government's fascination with ID cards and greater immigration and anti-terrorism controls, any monitoring technology that may benefit that end will definitely be employed for tasks beyond its original purpose; this is the norm.  At great cost to the taxpayer, and with a contrasting threat to civil liberties.  (Read: we're paying toward an Orwellian future.)\n\nThere's a pattern forming here, and never before has the word 'monitoring' taken on such an ominous undertone.\n\nOh, and that old classic line of "If you've got nothing to hide then you've nothing to fear" is a fallacy.  We, all of us, strive to be private citizens.  We, all of us, have something to hide, whether it's our sexual preference, secret crush, betting addiction, bank ballance or exam results.\n\nThe plain and simple truth of it is that we, all of us, have something to fear from a Big Brother state.  Oppression is born of an ideal, yet matures through ignorance and denial.  But even though history is a damn fine teacher we so easily forget the past.
1128908
Obviously, camera(s), how many is entirely up to you.  There are some companies that offer hosting and monitoring service for you, much like what you would use for your home security system.  However, there is the other option of doing it all yourself.  \n\nDo not let the latter strike fear, as it is a lot simpler to do than one might think.  Doing a quick search for web based video monitoring and you get a (for the lack of a better word) grand list of options for you to try.  \n\nAs for the camera type, you are really going to want to go with one that has no need for a PC to function (own built in server), were you basically plug in the Internet connection and your there (of course there are some configuration steps to go through, but said items do come with the necessary manuals).  Unfortunately these can get pricey as you include more and more cameras.\n\nAs an example for the alternative where a PC is on location, LookC Ltd., out of the UK, sells several options, mainly aimed at full blown security, but they  can easily be adapted for the purpose that you are needing it for.  \n\nAs for sound...hrmm...I honestly do not think that you can include sound in this method...but a further search into web based monitoring could prove me wrong on that.\n\nI do hope this helps you out in your task.
734396
Depends on where you live, check your local state laws. In the state I live in you can legally take photos of others with out their consent. Not sure about posting for public view, Good Luck!
799372
What you have described is just plain wrong and you have every right to be concerned.  I thought it was illegal to take photos without permission.  Sorry but I would have to confront the sick arsehole and if he continued I would brick his windows - anything to let him know that he's not wanted in the area x
754775
According to the law, it's usually called theft and yes, that's illegal.  Often accompanied with B&E (breaking and entering).
836246
No. They only use the information for their use.  It is against the law to give that information to anyone else because you have not signed a consent.
1084293
not only is it immoral..it is stealing and if you get caught on camera or wittnesses they will lock your behind up..thats theft by taking.....finders keepers or not. if you find it....turn it in.you would want the same done for you if it was your belongings.
1042416
Contact your local Legal Aid Society (phone book). Laws\nvary by state, city, etc.\nAnd if you can afford, get a camera/surveillance kit.
804776
Hi\nAs far as I know, it is against the law without peole knowing. It also wont be used as viable evidence in any court/tribunal.\n\nYou should, by law be entitled to a witness. IS someone stating otherwise?
869359
Not in the UK. Such details are protected by Data Protection Laws.
932148
if they do, someone has to inform you of them. otherwise, its illegal to tape you without notification,.
900498
Its not on www.rightmove.co.uk, but it may be a private sale.\nHe shouldn't be able to sell it without your permission though, if you are joint owner.
149185
No, it's not right.  He is invading your privacy even the police needs a warrant to snoop in your home. I just heard of a case of a apartment manager going into the  buildings and placing cameras in women's bathrooms to view them. Definately against the law!
949075
If the bailiffis has a coyrt order warrant to enter your property then yes. They should have allowed you to view and read the warrant, but they do have legal rights of access providing the council has applied for  a court order. \n\nYou need to address the issues that led to this. I presume you owe the council money for rent arrears, these may be easily addressed, especially if you are on Income Support, go to your local money advice centre or Citzens advice ffice who can assist you in challenging the council or arranging a manageable payback scheme
985530
Its your property, you can have cameras wherever you want.