When is it illegal to voice recording device?

I just got a voice recording pen recently for my birthday and it's pretty good if you want to conceal it from other's. I just want to know if i could use it without ther person knowing that I'm recording. Also someone told me that it is illegal in some states and my second question is if it is legal in California?

It is illegal in California to record any confidential communication without the consent of EVERYBODY involved in the communication.

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4 Responses to “When is it illegal to voice recording device?”

  1. us citizen Says:

    I think its legal as long as one person knows they are being recorded.
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  2. Jason Says:

    i guess its illegal when you're spying on someone or even spying the government! haha, that won't happen but… just use common sense my friend.
    good luck!
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  3. Hello Says:

    As I understand the law, you cannot record anyone without informing the person they are being recorded.

    Err on the side of caution, and keep your recording pen switched off.
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  4. John S Says:

    It is illegal in California to record any confidential communication without the consent of EVERYBODY involved in the communication.
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    30 years as a criminal defense attorney
    Penal Code section 632

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