Columbus has no specific ordinance regulating residential security cameras. Ohio law permits video recording on your own property and in public. Ohio is a one-party consent state for audio recording (ORC §2933.52). No camera registration required.
Columbus does not have a municipal ordinance regulating residential security camera installation. Under Ohio state law, homeowners may install security cameras on their property without a permit or registration. Video recording is legal in public areas and on your own property. Ohio Revised Code §2933.52 makes it a felony to intercept wire, oral, or electronic communications without the consent of at least one party — Ohio is a one-party consent state. Cameras must not be aimed at areas where individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy. ORC §2907.08 (Voyeurism) prohibits secretly recording another person in a state of nudity or using recording devices to invade privacy. Doorbell cameras and dashcams are legal. Columbus Division of Police encourages voluntary camera registration to assist criminal investigations.
No local permit required. Voyeurism (ORC §2907.08): misdemeanor/felony depending on circumstances. Illegal wiretapping: felony.
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