Bathrooms, locker rooms, and other private areas — North Carolina
Not legal advice. General information only; laws change and outcomes depend on facts.
Quick answer: Recording in bathrooms, locker rooms, changing rooms, or similar spaces is high-risk and often illegal because people have a strong expectation of privacy there.
| Expectation of privacy | Very high |
|---|---|
| Video | Often unlawful, especially if people are undressing or using facilities |
| Audio | Also risky; consent rules don’t “fix” privacy-violation statutes |
| Recommendation | Don’t record in these locations |
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Why it’s different
These are classic “privacy spaces,” and many states have specific criminal statutes covering voyeurism/secret recording.
Even posting such content can trigger additional civil and criminal liability.
If you need documentation
Step outside to a public or permitted area and document the issue without recording people in private moments.
If safety is involved, contact venue staff or authorities instead of filming.