There are 12 states where wiretap laws prohibit citizens from secretly recording police (this applies to audio only):

California

Connecticut

Florida

Illinois

Maryland

Massachusetts

Michigan

Montana

Nevada

New Hampshire

Pennsylvania

Washington.

In the United States, it is generally legal to film a police officer in a public place while on duty. The legality of filming a police officer is protected by the First Amendment, which guarantees the right to freedom of speech and the press.

However, there may be some restrictions on filming in certain situations, such as if the filming interferes with the officer’s ability to do their job or violates someone’s privacy.

What states can you NOT record if you are stopped by police?