Recording Laws
One-Party Consent
New York is a one-party consent state. Recording is legal if one party (including the recorder) consents.
Statute: N.Y. Penal Law § 250.00
Can Record Police: Yes (in public)
Penalties: Class E felony
Stop and Identify
No ID Requirement
No state statute requiring identification. Note: NY CPL 140.50 allows police to ask, but does not require answering.
Immigration Policy
Sanctuary State
New York state limits cooperation with ICE through executive orders and legislation. ICE cannot conduct enforcement in courts, schools, or healthcare facilities.
ICE Cooperation: Limited
Sanctuary Cities:
New York City
State Resources
State Bar Association
https://www.nysba.org/Legal Aid
https://www.lawhelpny.org/Remember in New York
- ✓ You always have the right to remain silent
- ✓ You can record police in public spaces
- ✓ You do not have to consent to a search
- ✓ If arrested, say "I want a lawyer"