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Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 272 Section 99
Summary
Massachusetts strictly prohibits the secret recording of any wire or oral communication without the consent of all parties.
Rights & Rules
- 01.It is illegal for anyone to secretly record you, even in public if the audio is captured surreptitiously.
- 02.You have a right to privacy regarding your verbal communications.
Penalties
- 01.Fines up to $10,000
- 02.State prison for up to 5 years
- 03.Jail for up to 2 years
Verified Citations
M.G.L. c. 272 § 99
Source"The term 'interception' means to secretly hear, secretly record, or aid another to secretly hear or secretly record the contents of any wire or oral communication."