The Surveillance Devices Act 2016 (SA) commenced operation on 18 December 2017 and regulates the recording of a private conversation or activity through the use of surveillance devices.
Surveillance devices include devices that record audio or vision, track a location, or record computer data.
While there are some exceptions, it is generally prohibited to do the following actions:
The maximum penalties for committing an offence under the above sections is a fine of up to $75 000 for a body corporate or a fine of up to $15 000 or imprisonment for a maximum of three years for an individual.
The parties to the conversation or activity may give either express or implied consent for the surveillance device to be used.
Other than the information here, you may also find useful the information sheet produced by the Attorney-General's Department "What you should know about the Surveillance Devices Act 2016"
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