Georgia (U.S. state) wiretapping laws

Georgia Wiretapping/Recording Law

According to Georgia state law (and this pertains to only voice recording devices) as long as one person gives consent to the recording in a conversation then the conversation may be recorded. Georgia makes it illegal to record phone conversations or in person conversation originating in a private place, unless one person in the conversation gives their consent to be recorded. See Ga. Code 16-11-62(1), and 16-11-66. This in no way has to do with video cameras, however the information can be located in GA. code 16-11-62 and 16-11-64.3. If you are unfamilar with what these code sections you need to get a Georgia Law Enforcement Handbook that includes criminal law and criminal procedure.

Examples ref to phone taps: You can bug your own phone and record the conversation without the other persons ( the one you are talking to ) permission. Why? Because you are consenting to the recording and you are actively involved in the conversation being recorded.

Example: You have a small tape recorder with a microphone (like a lapel mike) attached some where on you. Visibility of the microphone does not matter. You (the recorder) engages in a conversation with someone. This is perfectly legal and can be recorded with the other persons consent. Why? Again you are consenting to the recording and Georgia state recording law is a one party consent rule.