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  • LBB
    Registered User
    • Jan 2007
    • 3
    #1

    Using a residential property as a shoot location? CA laws?

    Hello,

    I was searching the web trying to find any info on California laws concerning the use of my home, a residential property, as a shoot location. At most I am only semi-pro and usually have no more than one shoot per month. Most of what I shoot is non-nude/implied, but about 10% is Playboy style topless, and 10% Playboy style nude/artistic nude, and everything I shoot is posted on a public website (I have full releases from the models). All shoots are done indoors, blinds closed, so nothing is visible from outside.

    I doubt there would be any problems with the non-nude/implied stuff, but could any legal issues arise concerning the topless/nude work? I'm mainly concerned about an ex-roommate trying to start some kind of drama by making false accusations. i.e. could he claim I'm shooting "porn"?

    I know the easiest way to find out would be to pay a lawyer and ask, but I wanted to see if I could get some feedback her before spending any cash.

    So far I've searched the boards here, yahoo, google, and the CA law database leginfo.ca.gov/calaw.html without much luck.

    Any feedback or referrals to lawyers in the So. Cal. area would be much appreciated.

    Thanks!

    LBB
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    • DaddyHalbucks
      A freakin' legend!
      • Feb 2004
      • 18975
      #2
      You might be up against zoning issues. But I would think authorities would have to catch you in the act, or prove your pictures were authentic.

      Best to consult a local lawyer.
      Boner Money

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        • DaddyHalbucks
          A freakin' legend!
          • Feb 2004
          • 18975
          #3
          I alway recommend attorney Charles Carreon who is licensed in OR and CA:

          mediaesq.com

          Boner Money

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            • munki
              Do Fun Shit.
              • Dec 2004
              • 13393
              #4
              If there's a problem outside of local city ordinance in CA, then I'd venture to say at least 50% of the companies here would be fucked and unable to produce content.

              <-- not a lawyer, just my 2 cents.

              “I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.” -Oscar Wilde

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                • Grapesoda
                  So Fucking Banned
                  • Jul 2003
                  • 46238
                  #5
                  get liability ins if yer gonna have peeps in yer home

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                    • PenetratinP
                      Confirmed User
                      • Aug 2002
                      • 2689
                      #6
                      Larry Walters @ www.FirstAmendment.com is a good man to ask.

                      good luck

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                        • TCAP
                          Confirmed User
                          • Dec 2006
                          • 222
                          #7
                          I've shot in private locations in LA a bunch of times. Houses and even apartments. As long as its indoors and private I don't see the problem, unless you have really nosy neighbors. Technically I'm pretty sure you're supposed to have premits, insurance etc, but when you don't have a big budget you do what you gotta do. Do it when your roommate is out of town.

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                            • BobG
                              Confirmed User
                              • Nov 2003
                              • 4274
                              #8
                              In LA, unless your neighbors complain you're fine. If they do complain, the authorities will show up and tell you to stop and/or likely instruct you on how to get a permit. For your own piece of mind and to save in attourneys fees, just call the city and ask them.

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                                • bareskin
                                  Confirmed User
                                  • Nov 2006
                                  • 619
                                  #9
                                  You can borrow my house in canyon Hills about an hour north of san diego
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                                    • LBB
                                      Registered User
                                      • Jan 2007
                                      • 3
                                      #10
                                      Thanks for all the helpful info, it definitely gave me some things to consider.

                                      Thanks again!

                                      LBB

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