12-21-2006, 03:58 AM
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Originally Posted by ron.richardson
the only problem with that thinking is that, in the united states that is, the person being photographed must not have a "reasonable expectation of privacy". if you are on a public sidewalk, and you are using a telephoto lens to take a picture of a person inside their house, that is illegal. if they are out on their porch, then it's ok, however, not necessarily ethical.
i know i personally wouldn't want my photo taken while i'm on my own porch or yard, unless the photographer approached me and stated his/her intentions.
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I think that this is actually a pretty safe rule to follow wherever you are. I know that the rule is similar in New Zealand.
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