RICHMOND, Va. -- Surveillance cameras are plastered everywhere, from homes to businesses. Many people use them to catch burglars, thieves and even nannies who are doing the wrong thing.
But, there’s a certain line you just can not cross when it comes to secretly recording other people.
“It’s just horrific to hear. I can hardly imagine how they must feel. It’s terribly violating,” neighbor Ele Bigger said.
CBS 6 Legal Analyst Todd Stone talked about just how far a person can go when it comes to secretly recording others inside of a home. Stone said the law places the focus on the person’s intent.
“The place where you draw the line is you can't intentionally put it in a place where someone is going to be undressed," Stone explained. "You can put one in a living room or out front to see who's coming to your door, that’s perfectly legal."
According to a recently filed lawsuit, Arnaiz’s alleged acts went beyond the law. His victims are seeking $1.3 million in damages.
Arnaiz is facing nine misdemeanor and felony charges that could lead to serious prison time.