Legal Question in Entertainment Law in California
Videotaping a Party
What are the legal implications of going to a bar and videotaping a party, or going to a home residence and video taping a party, then placing the edited video on the internet?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Videotaping a Party
You would be wise to get permission from all participants before you post it online. If you want to know what you can get away with and limit your potential liability, then you need to get a legal opinion so you have something to point to when you get sued. Our CA attorney can provide that.
Re: Videotaping a Party
Unless you get written releases from all people depicted in your video, you will probably be sued.
The right of privacy extends to situations such as you've described.
There are exceptions for news and newsworthy subject matter, but each situation must be analyzed by reference to the specific facts.
You'd be wise to consult an attorney for a careful and comprehensive evaluation of your planned project.
If you've already done this, and are being threatened or sued, call a lawyer TODAY!
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