> in New York, you can record conversations that you are party to. In case people get ideas from this and are unaware, California and several other states are

> in New York, you can record conversations that you are party to. In case people get ideas from this and are unaware, California and several other states are the "other" ones that forbid this without consent from both parties in certain circumstances. Yes, even recording your stalker could get you prosecuted. Yes, it has happened. Yes, it is stupid. Yes, it even affects reporters to an extent. IANAL, consult yours. You may also find the reference material I consulted on this while working in journalism useful: http://www.rcfp.org/reporters-recording-guide http://www.rcfp.org/reporters-recording-guide