Las Vegas, NV Privacy & Surveillance: Recording & Consent Laws (2026)

Nevada's recording consent laws are more nuanced than most states. For in-person conversations, Nevada follows one-party consent — you may record a conversation if you are a participant or have consent from at least one party. However, for telephone conversations, NRS 200.620 requires the consent of all parties before recording. The Nevada Supreme Court has held that this all-party requirement extends to cellphone calls and text messages. This distinction matters for doorbell cameras, baby monitors, and other devices. NRS 200.650 separately prohibits eavesdropping — using any device to listen to or record a private conversation without the consent of at least one party. Video-only recording (no audio) in public spaces and areas without a reasonable expectation of privacy is generally unrestricted. NRS 200.604 prohibits capturing images of private areas (bathrooms, bedrooms, changing areas) without consent. First offense of capturing private images is a gross misdemeanor; second or subsequent is a category E felony (1 to 4 years prison). Businesses with surveillance must typically post notice in Nevada.