Privacy & Surveillance in Los Angeles, CA (2026)
2 verified privacy & surveillance rules for Los Angeles, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Security Camera Rules
California is a two-party consent state for audio recording under Penal Code Section 632. Video-only surveillance cameras are generally lawful on your own property. Adding audio recording to security cameras triggers strict consent requirements. Cameras must not be aimed at areas where others have a reasonable expectation of privacy.
LA Residential Security Camera Laws
Some RestrictionsCalifornia Penal Code Sec. 632 (Two-Party Consent for Audio Recording — Applies to Security Cameras with Audio)
632. (a) A person who, intentionally and without the consent of all parties to a confidential communication, uses an electronic amplifying or recording device to eavesdrop upon or record the confidential communication, whether the communication is carried on among the parties in the presence of one another or by means of a telegraph, telephone, or other device, except a radio, shall be punished...
Recording & Consent Laws
California is a two-party (all-party) consent state under Penal Code Section 632. All parties to a confidential communication must consent before it can be recorded. Violations are punishable by fines up to $2,500 (first offense) or $10,000 (subsequent), plus potential imprisonment.
California Recording Consent Laws (LA)
Some RestrictionsCalifornia Penal Code Sec. 632 (Two-Party Consent — Recording Confidential Communications)
632. (a) A person who, intentionally and without the consent of all parties to a confidential communication, uses an electronic amplifying or recording device to eavesdrop upon or record the confidential communication, whether the communication is carried on among the parties in the presence of one another or by means of a telegraph, telephone, or other device, except a radio, shall be punished...
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