This site outlines the general laws surrounding whether a reporter can record a conversation. The information, provided by the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, is broken down by state.
The site’s disclaimer:
"This guide is meant as a general introduction for journalists to the state of the law concerning electronic recording and its implications. It does not take the place of legal advice from a lawyer in your state when you are confronted with a legal problem. Journalists who have additional questions or who need to find a lawyer can contact the Reporters Committee at (800) 336-4243.
Because this guide was written with the needs of journalists in mind, it does not address all aspects of electronic recording laws, especially the issues of using a tape recording as evidence in a lawsuit or prosecution. Others who have questions about taping should contact a local attorney directly."
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