Mobile Phones with Cameras was Baned from Locker Rooms in Hartford

Officials have taken steps to protect the privacy of patrons at the city's popular Recreation Center on Rural Street by limiting the use of mobile phones and similar devices capable of taking pictures. Under a resolution passed recently by the Common Council, the devices are banned from locker rooms at the facility, which also houses an aquatic center and pool. A parent or guardian will still be allowed to take a picture of his or her child as long as it is not for "commercial purposes." In addition, law enforcement officials would still be allowed to utilize camera or surveillance equipment provided they get permission first from the city. A summary to the council written by City Attorney Karen Christianson spells out that cameras, video recorders, mobile phones and any other "device that may be used to record or transfer images" are subject to the ban.