About Security Cameras

When considering home security products, cameras are often the initial choice for many individuals due to their affordability and the range of features they offer, including alerts, recordings, communication capabilities, and potential deterrent effects. However, it is important to recognize that while cameras offer various advantages, they solely document events and do not directly safeguard individuals within the premises.

Common Strategies Frequently Used for
Evasion of Security Cameras by Unauthorized Parties

Disguises

Perpetrators frequently use masks and hoodies to obscure their identity, especially when they are in areas under camera surveillance. They are aware that this significantly reduces the likelihood of law enforcement apprehending them.

A camera sitting in the middle of a field.

Blind Spots

Perpetrators also exploit "Blind Spots" where areas are not covered due to limited fields of view or improper placement, or the most common is overgrown trees and plants blocking the camera view.

A man holding an electrical device in his hand.

Tampering

During criminal activity, perpetrators may tamper with accessible security cameras, such as those at a front door, by pulling them down or covering the lens with tape, thereby rendering the cameras inoperative.

Security Glaze "Hack"

Security cameras act as a decent deterrent; perpetrators often avoid areas where they might be watched. Since it's hard to tell fake cameras from real ones, their mere visibility near a property's edge can effectively discourage unauthorized entry.

A white camera with a black lens on top of it.

Two cameras on a pole with trees in the background

Security Glaze "Tip"

General area surveillance, cameras should be placed 8-10ft high. For specific areas, such as doorways, cameras may be placed at 6-8ft high. In areas where the risk of tampering or vandalism is high, cameras should be placed 12ft or more.

Security Glaze "Reminder"

The use of surveillance cameras raises privacy concerns, as unauthorized recording or misuse of footage can result in legal action for privacy violations. Failure to properly monitor or maintain cameras can lead to accusations of negligence, especially if security incidents are not addressed effectively. It is crucial for entities to comply with legal standards, establish clear usage policies, and balance security needs with individuals' rights to privacy.

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