Big Neighbor is watching.
Doorbell cameras and outdoor security cameras have become a common sight in the U.S., allowing homeowners to keep an eye on the outside world.
Outdoor security cameras also allow the nosiest among us to see what their neighbors are doing.
But with so many cameras pointed every direction, you may be wondering if your neighbor’s camera is allowed to record your property.
Here’s what you need to know.
Can your neighbor record you on your property?
Your neighbor can have a camera pointed at areas of your property that are visible to the public, like a yard or driveway. That’s because there is no legal expectation of privacy in those areas, Sheffield lawyer Michael Briach said in an interview with Cleveland Jewish News .
So, if you’re on your front yard, your neighbor is legally allowed to record you with a security camera on their home.
However, if your neighbor has cameras peering into areas where there is an expectation of privacy, like into bedrooms or bathrooms, they may be violating Ohio’s voyeurism law.