Private surveillance cameras and pleasing the neighbors

Know your state laws before placing cameras in multi-unit buildings

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A home resident sets up surveillance cameras, some of which have lenses pointing at the backyard and back door of a neighbor. The neighbor writes into NOLO inquiring about whether this is an invasion of privacy. It’s a valid question for any homeowner, condo owner and/or renter to ask. State laws largely determine wh…