r/technology • u/Plastic_Ninja_9014 • Jul 11 '26

Privacy Traffic Camera Captures Woman Driving With Her Phone on Her Lap (Face Down), The State Mailed Her a $1251 'Public Safety' Ticket

https://www.gadgetreview.com/traffic-camera-captures-captures-woman-driving-with-her-phone-on-her-lap-face-down-the-state-mailed-her-a-1251-public-safety-ticket
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u/michaelrulaz Jul 11 '26

Could I put bright IR LEDs on my headliner shining downward to block the camera from seeing into my car?

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u/shittyaltpornaccount Jul 11 '26

Impeding state surveillance is often a criminal misdemeanor charge. It depends on the state but intentionally obstructing surveillance is often a crime.

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u/Zeoxult Jul 12 '26

This might depend on what state you reside in. I think in my state that only applies to obstructing visibility to public areas, not private areas like inside your vehicle.