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Why don't you take pictures in public places: shopping malls, restaurants and other places

There is no invasion of privacy when taking photos in public. Public places are spaces open to the public, such as public transportation, city streets, squares, parks, stations, shops, docks, airports, etc. These places are open to anyone who is not specific. On such occasions, anyone can record what he has seen and heard without the consent of the parties, except that taking pictures is prohibited by law.

Of course, it is different in private places, and the consent of the parties must be obtained, otherwise it is infringement. In the current news practice, people are used to saying that reporters' unannounced visits are "secretly recorded". Actually, this statement is wrong. Recording what you see and hear in public places does not exist as "stealing", but only in private places. Of course, if the parties agree, they can also be exempted.

Legally speaking, shopping malls and shops are not public places, but private places open to the public. Shopping mall owners have the right to stipulate the rules of conduct after entering the shopping mall, but at the same time they have the obligation to ensure the personal safety in the shopping mall is protected. These are the so-called rights and obligations, so there is no question of legitimacy. Just like entering some western restaurants, you are not allowed to eat food other than that provided by this restaurant. This is not so-called injustice.

Do you want to contact in advance if you want to shoot?

Generally, just contact in advance and say hello.

The other party may want to know the direction of the picture.