Camera phones and Vegas

The gaming commission has always made it illegal to have cell phones in the sportsbooks because illegal bookmakers could be called with the casino's betting lines. But cell phone cameras are even more troublesome, according to klas TV.

"Keith Copher, with Nevada Gaming Commission enforcement, says, "By adding the ability to take a picture and pass the information on to an illegal bookmaker immediately, is a problem for us.

Many private establishments, including 24 Hour Fitness, have been proactive in banning cell phone cameras in places like the bathroom. But there is still no voyeurism law here in the State of Nevada.

Clark County District Attorney David Roger said, "It seems to me that if a voyeur is taking pictures without their knowledge, it's certainly offensive and should be a crime."

But technology has by-passed legislation and there are no Nevada laws on the book to protect residents from the publishing of cell phone camera images."

emily | 9:45 PM | Privacy Concerns |
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