California Homeowner's Rights of Privacy

People in California have many state laws to protect their privacy.

California has many laws to protect the privacy rights of homeowners. Anyone living in the state is protected against eavesdropping and unwanted telemarketing laws. Residents of California are also allowed to keep their address private even when performing official witness duties.

Family Law

Under California family law section 351.5, residents are allowed to act as witnesses at weddings without having to disclose their home address. California residents are allowed to list a business address or post office box in place of their residence for these purposes.

Electronic Eavesdropping

California penal codes section 360-368 protects resident against electronic eavesdropping. The laws prohibit the recording of private conversations by land-line telephone, cellular calls, radio or cable communications. Violations can result in fines of more than $10,000. There are exceptions allowed for law enforcement agencies conducting official investigations.

Do-not-call Lists

Residents in California have the right to list their residential and cellular phone numbers on a national do-not-call list. This helps prohibit unwanted sales and marketing calls. California residents can register for the service online through the Federal Trade Commission website.

References

• California Office of Privacy Protection: Privacy Laws
• Federal Trade Commision: National Do Not Call Registry