[Publib] Re: Taking photo of disruptive customer/patron

[Andy Barnett]

Clarification on this: In some states, library photos and video may 
be considered confidential and can only be used in house without 
court approval. In most states, the matter is unsettled. Proceed with 
caution in sharing photos/videos with other agencies unless your 
state has settled the matter. Mileage will vary.


>Especially in an afterschool situation, minors can feel that they 
>have power as long as you don't know their name, so taking their 
>picture and sharing it with the police or school officials can have 
>a useful effect. Once they know that their actions can have 
>consequences, the  level playing field is restored. Doesn't solve 
>all situations, but some situations don't have pleasant solutions.


Andy Barnett, Asst. Director				www.mcmillanlibrary.org
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