Category Archives: Legal

Florida bans use of drones without warrant signed by judge

The legislation says camera-carrying surveillance drones can only be used in cases of “imminent danger to life or serious damage to property” or when “credible intelligence” from the federal Department of Homeland Security points to “a high risk of a terrorist attack.” Continue reading

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US tries new aerial tools in Caribbean drug fight – Nation Wires – MiamiHerald.com

ABOARD THE HIGH SPEED VESSEL SWIFT: US tries new aerial tools in Caribbean drug fight – Nation Wires – MiamiHerald.com.

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Drones in Domestic Surveillance Operations: Fourth Amendment Implications and Legislative Responses

The prospect of drone use inside the United States raises far-reaching issues concerning the extent of government surveillance authority, the value of privacy in the digital age, and the role of Congress in reconciling these issues. Continue reading

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Photographers’ Guide to Privacy

The question of when the coverage and reporting of news becomes an invasion of privacy is a difficult one, especially for photographers and videographers. This guide provides a general explanation of each privacy tort and related causes of action. The state case law section summarizes privacy cases involving photography from federal and state courts throughout the country. Continue reading

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