Legal Question in Personal Injury in Maryland

Public Photography

Are there prohibited subjects for taking photographs in a public place such as a park or sidewalk, etc? If someone takes my picture on a park bench can I sue them for harrassment or get the police to do anything?


Asked on 5/22/00, 5:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Public Photography

There is no law against having your photo taken in a public place that would get the police involved. If the photo were somehow used commercially or published, you might have a claim for invasion of privacy.

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Answered on 7/05/00, 4:56 pm


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