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In Texas, unauthorized surveillance in your home is illegal, and evidence obtained this way is generally inadmissible in court under the exclusionary rule. You can request the removal of the camera, contact law enforcement, and consider legal action for invasion of privacy. Always consult a lawyer for advice tailored to your specific situation.Full Conversation
A family member who lives on the property, placed a surveillance camera inside my house, and I need to know what action I may take
Hello **** In Oregon, it's generally illegal to record a conversation without the consent of all parties involved. You can:
*. Request removal of the camera.
*. Contact local law enforcement.
*. Consult with a lawyer to consider civil action for invasion of privacy.
Please note this is general advice and you should consult with a lawyer for your specific situation.
what are the laws that apply to this in Texas?
In Texas, surveillance laws allow recording if at least one party consents to it. However, it's illegal to record without consent in areas where there's reasonable expectation of privacy, like your house. You can:
*. Ask for the camera's removal.
*. Contact law enforcement.
*. Consider legal action for invasion of privacy.
can I use evidence against you if it was illegally obtained?
In Oregon, the "exclusionary rule" generally prevents the use of illegally obtained evidence in court. However, there are exceptions and specific circumstances can affect this. Consult with a lawyer for advice tailored to your situation.
in Texas can they use evidence against you if it was illegally obtain such as placing a surveillance camera in your house?
In Texas, the "exclusionary rule" also applies. This means evidence obtained illegally, such as through unauthorized surveillance in your home, is generally not admissible in court. However, exceptions do exist. Always consult with a lawyer for advice specific to your situation.
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