Me going to San Fransisco

Dear people of the POTN

I (as a european) will be going to San Fransisco in a few weeks, and ofcourse I will be
taking my camera along, I have read a lot of threads here about lawsuits and rules etc.
what are the do's and don'ts of photography in SFO ?


Odin

As a general overview, take a look at this:
http://www.krages.com/​phoright.htm

Don't worry, the Yankees are lots more nicer in the State than those touring in overseas

Haha, thanks, i'm not that worried (A), I've got an experienced traveller with me


Odin

I'll boil it down to the main points most people will run into.

-You can take a picture of anyone anytime as long as there is no reasonable expectation of privacy (like a bathroom)
-The only time someone can stop you from taking a photo is if you are on their property. But you can take a picture of ANYTHING inside or on their property from a public street or area.
-No one can EVER take your gear or tell you to destroy files without a court order (as long as you weren't committing a crime)

I'll remember that, and just try not to piss anyone off


Odin

You won't need to worry. San Francisco is a tourist mecca. There are cameras everywhere. It's an amazing place.

Snap away, but remember to get pictures of people in everyday life. The bridge, Alcatraz, etc. are must-see, but also the little shops and the people are really neat. Street performers, sea lions, cable cars, etc.

Eat at The Stinking Rose.