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Public Park Privacy Concerns
Summary
Recording in public is generally legal in New York, but if done in a harassing manner, it may be problematic. Swinging in a park is not illegal, and if you feel harassed, consider speaking to park officials or local authorities. If you suspect someone is recording you without consent, report it to local authorities. For further guidance, consult with legal professionals or park officials.Full Conversation
From Suffolk County New York
Hey Patrick! Could you please provide more details about your legal issue? This will help me give you the most relevant information.
Me and my brother were swinging when we saw a man on his phone who we suspected was recording us. After leaving, we saw two police cars heading toward the park, but I don't know for sure if they went there. I felt that what we were doing was harmless, especially since we've seen other people, including disabled individuals and care workers, also using the swings at that same park. We were going to *-Eleven two police cars racing down the road that Park is on
Hey Patrick! It sounds like you're concerned about privacy and safety at the park. In New York, recording someone in public without consent can be legal, but if it's done in a harassing manner, it might be problematic. If you feel uncomfortable or threatened, consider reporting the incident to the local authorities for further investigation.
Is there anything specific you'd like to know about handling such situations legally?
Is there anything specific you'd like to know about handling such situations legally?
In the past someone tried calling the police on me for swinging on the swings at the park and I think that person was going to try to do it too
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Swinging in a park is generally not illegal. If you feel harassed or unfairly targeted, you may consider speaking to park officials or local authorities. This situation seems more about misunderstanding than a legal issue. Would you like any other information or guidance?
Swinging in a park is generally not illegal. If you feel harassed or unfairly targeted, you may consider speaking to park officials or local authorities. This situation seems more about misunderstanding than a legal issue. Would you like any other information or guidance?
Give me an example police report
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Here's a simple example of a police report based on the information you provided:
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Police Report
Date: [Insert Date]
Time: [Insert Time]
Location: [Insert Park Name], Suffolk County, New York
Reporting Officer: [Officer's Name and Badge Number]
Incident Type: Suspicious Activity/Harassment
Description of the Incident:
On [Insert Date], at approximately [Insert Time], Patrick [Last Name] and his brother were using the swings at [Insert Park Name]. While swinging, they observed an unidentified male individual appearing to record them on his phone. Feeling uncomfortable, they left the park and noticed two police cars heading in the park's direction.
Patrick expressed concern about being recorded without consent and mentioned a past incident where someone attempted to call the police on him for swinging at the park. Patrick indicated this situation felt similar and is seeking guidance on handling potential harassment or misunderstandings related to his park activities.
Action Taken:
- Advised Patrick on his rights regarding public recording laws in New York.
- Suggested reporting any further harassment or uncomfortable encounters to park authorities or local law enforcement for investigation.
Officer's Notes:
The situation appears to be a misunderstanding rather than a criminal matter, but continued observation and communication with local authorities are recommended if issues persist.
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If you need more information or assistance, feel free to ask!
Here's a simple example of a police report based on the information you provided:
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Police Report
Date: [Insert Date]
Time: [Insert Time]
Location: [Insert Park Name], Suffolk County, New York
Reporting Officer: [Officer's Name and Badge Number]
Incident Type: Suspicious Activity/Harassment
Description of the Incident:
On [Insert Date], at approximately [Insert Time], Patrick [Last Name] and his brother were using the swings at [Insert Park Name]. While swinging, they observed an unidentified male individual appearing to record them on his phone. Feeling uncomfortable, they left the park and noticed two police cars heading in the park's direction.
Patrick expressed concern about being recorded without consent and mentioned a past incident where someone attempted to call the police on him for swinging at the park. Patrick indicated this situation felt similar and is seeking guidance on handling potential harassment or misunderstandings related to his park activities.
Action Taken:
- Advised Patrick on his rights regarding public recording laws in New York.
- Suggested reporting any further harassment or uncomfortable encounters to park authorities or local law enforcement for investigation.
Officer's Notes:
The situation appears to be a misunderstanding rather than a criminal matter, but continued observation and communication with local authorities are recommended if issues persist.
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If you need more information or assistance, feel free to ask!
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