*in almost all Western Countries if you are legally present in an area you are allowed to film anything that is in public view. Restrictions may apply when you are in/on private property*

Regarding Police:

completely*

*Canada - source / UK - source / USA - source

tools: soldering iron

needle + thread materials: UltraThin digital camera (can take video and still images)

2x Mini Push Button Switch

thin-core wire

self-adhesive hook+loop patches

is a concept exploring the idea of discreetly capturing image media in public locations.This design has a small digital camera installed in the lining of a jacket with the lens recording through a small opening in the jacket breast. The camera is operated with buttons wired into the jacket cuff, the camera assembly is held in place with hook and loop fasteners and can easily be detached to allow recharging and media recovery.The idea originated with the relationship between publicly recording police interactions and the perceived threat presented when a high-profile job is captured and disseminated to be scrutinized by the public. There are more than a few accounts of people recording police actions in public places being detained for their actions.came about as a reaction to these arrests, however this concept can also be used to record many other daily interaction discreetly.: Is recording police actions in your country legal?: In Canada, the UK and the US it islegal to video record police officers (provided you do not interfere) while they are executing their duties. That said, there are plenty of cases that justify why this is a controversial topic: sometimes the person recording gets emotionally involved and provokes police, thereby getting detained and having the recording device confiscated; And sometimes police feel threatened and have misunderstood the law and erroneously arrest/confiscate your media. Neither extreme are excusable, but during conflict it's understandable to see why this happens.investigates the idea that by hiding the recording device you can minimize your impact on police (mis)interpretation of your actions, thereby avoiding possible altercations altogether. There is an argument that by looking like you are recording police events that it will keep them more honest - The counter argument I propose is you want a more authentic interaction from a public servant, and covertly recording doesn't tip your hand.When filming anything, always keep in mind: "is there a reasonable expectation of privacy?"This is footage I took of daily observations and a car accident I happened upon:Here's what I used to make mine:Ready to challenge the system and covertly film stuff? Let's go!