Recording Apartment Common Areas

Summary

In Texas, video recording in common areas of your home is generally legal. However, audio recording may require consent from all parties involved. Recording in places with an expectation of privacy is illegal. Consult a local lawyer for detailed advice.

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Julie
Hello Julie, nice to meet you! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I want to know the legalities of recording my apartment in a common area after having reasonable suspicion that I’m being poisoned
Hello Julie, to provide accurate legal information, I need to know your location. Could you please tell me where you live?
Texas
Hello Julie,
In Texas, it's generally legal to record video in common areas of your home without consent. However:
- Audio recording may require consent from all parties involved.
- It's illegal to record in places where there's an expectation of privacy.
Please consult with a local lawyer for specifics.