October 25, 2002
No Privacy in Public Spaces
To the Editor:
It would be appropriate for the police in the "tiny Philadelphia suburb" of Malvern to note that there is no expectation of privacy in a public area ("Camera Case," Short Subjects, September 20). Hence the photographing of any cars, police or otherwise, in such a space is not a violation of law.
The arrest of the picture-taking defendant in this case seems blatantly unconstitutional.
James J. Green Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice St. Thomas
This content is only for subscribers. You can gain access by purchasing a:
Print Subscription
Digital Subscription
Already have an account? Log In Now.
-
The Chronicle Review

-
Government

-
Advice



