At my job there are hidden cameras in the library and library restrooms.

6 Comments

1. AnonymousJanuary 9,2024 at 4:18AM UTC

   Library: theft

   Bathroom: odd

2. AnonymousJanuary 9,2024 at 12:46PM UTC

   I would think cameras in restrooms anywhere would be against the law, but what do I know. Did you ask anyone about it before posting here? If not, why not?

3. AnonymousJanuary 10,2024 at 1:51PM UTC

   I think in the actual library that’s most likely ok it is a public space basically , however the bathroom? No you have expectations of privacy in the bathroom , that way way out of line

4. AnonymousJanuary 15,2024 at 1:27PM UTC

   It depends on where they are in a bathroom - if this is a multi-stall bathroom and the cameras are not in the stalls but rather monitoring the entrance and exit, that is likely allowable and may be in response to safety concerns - if someone were assaulted in a restroom seeing who is leaving would be useful.

5. AnonymousJanuary 10,2024 at 3:46PM UTC

   Cameras in the library are not uncommon. There is likely a small sign somewhere that states the premises is under video protection. As for the bathrooms, college campuses may be dealing with occasional issues in bathrooms (harassment, violence, drug use, other problems that they’d be liable for) and they may have cameras in the sink area, not in/facing the stalls or mirrors (that may view towards the stalls) where an expectation of privacy must be adhered to. Someone mentioned taking pictures of the bathroom and recording device placement. Also, double check to see if any claims of harm were issued by students/individuals who were in either the library or nearby bathrooms. It may be for security, but it does need to uphold privacy laws. I would ask the campus security about this and ask them to explain which bathrooms and if they’re also in the men’s restrooms. If so, it’s very likely a security measure that was put in place. Just confirm that surveillance isn’t pointed towards stalls and mirrors which reflect the stalls and would invade privacy expectations.

6. AnonymousJanuary 10,2024 at 5:53PM UTC

   Report the cameras in the bathroom especially if they are in places where you are doing your private business. Alas, they are probably trying to assure that library materials are not stolen and these days by being in public places you automatically are agreeing to be videotaped. Big brother IS watching!