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18 Pa. C.S. Section 5703

Summary

Pennsylvania law makes it a felony to intercept or record a phone call or in-person conversation unless all parties consent.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Expectation of privacy is protected; recordings made without your knowledge are illegal.
  • 02.
    Victims of illegal recording can sue for $1,000 or actual damages.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Third-degree felony charges
  • 02.
    Up to 7 years in prison
  • 03.
    Fines up to $15,000

Verified Citations

18 Pa. C.S. § 5703

Source
"A person commits a felony of the third degree if he intentionally intercepts, endeavors to intercept... any wire, electronic or oral communication."