Dellboy Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 CCTV does anyone have it ? what system do you use ? did you install it yourself ? cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrCetrizine Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 I use Nest cameras so I get notifications on my phone if there's movement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotch_egg Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 No matter what system you go for ensure you have the training and ability to produce footage in a viewable format beyond the hard drive that controls the system. The footage is the evidence and needs to be retrieved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banus02 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 the police will not except cctv footage if it shows ANY public access,footpath roads other peoples drives/property.also you must have warning signs on your property advising that cctv is in use.i know because we had our front windows smashed by yobs and they were all filmed by cctv.when tvp were called they took all the copies and they were shown in court but because of a footpath and neighbours drive on the images the judges view was that it was unaddmisable as evidence and could not be used.just double check it can be used if needed or it becomes an expensive toy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breacher Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 the police will no except cctv footage if it shows ANY public access,footpath roads other peoples drives/property.also you must have warning signs on your property advising that cctv is in use.i know because we had our front windows smashed by yobs and they were all filmed by cctv.when tvp were called they took all the copies and they were shown in court but because of a footpath and neighbours drive on the images the judges view was that it was unaddmisable as evidence and could not be used.just double check it can be used if needed or it becomes an expensive toy. So where does that leave dashcams in terms of admissibility ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banus02 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 good question breacher,i have no idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybrock Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 the police will not except cctv footage if it shows ANY public access,footpath roads other peoples drives/property.also you must have warning signs on your property advising that cctv is in use.i know because we had our front windows smashed by yobs and they were all filmed by cctv.when tvp were called they took all the copies and they were shown in court but because of a footpath and neighbours drive on the images the judges view was that it was unaddmisable as evidence and could not be used.just double check it can be used if needed or it becomes an expensive toy. Even on TV programs like crimewatch cctv footage shows public places, and all the cameras dotted around our towns and city centres show public places and are often used in court!? Not sure why they wouldn't accept your footage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banus02 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 because i live in my own home and not a business or law enforcing contractor,ie i have no rights to monitor public areas.my case was 10 years ago so things may have changed.dont want to find out again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrCetrizine Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 If your cameras point at any public place then you must display a sign stating that CCTV is in use and you must comply with the data protection act. So if people request your footage because they walked past where it filmed, you must provide it. The only reason the footage would not be admissible is if no sign was displayed. If your cameras only view your property then no sign is required. Dashcams are technically covered by the same legislation but are often exempted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banus02 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 just for information the cctv fitted at my home was installed by tv police following several incidents and they put the evidence forward and it was turned down by the judge in oxford crown court. no reason given other than it showed a footpath and drive.no signs were put up because the police wanted to film the yobs so they could prosecute. they have not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrCetrizine Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 I've already used mine. Actually, my neighbour did when his quad was stolen and my camera captured it. Quad recovered, thief essentially let off with a warning because criminals aren't punished anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cardiffplinker Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 We used ADT and they charge around £20 a month maintenance /warranty. yearly inspections and replacement of any faulty equipment included. So far they have been very good. The engineer was brilliant ( 2 days job! ) but he worked with me to make sure ALL the perimeter was covered, with him walking around and me calling him to tell him where to move to adjust/ add cameras. Probably very expensive, but I am happy with what I got. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geek Posted October 26, 2017 Report Share Posted October 26, 2017 A local alarm company installed mine (they also maintain my alarm system), I installed the power supply and HDMI cable (already had TV monitor) and they supplied the head end and wired two cameras, cost was circa £600 and additional cameras are £150 wired and installed. I can watch the footage on my mobile and the alarm system calls my mobile (then others, if mine is not answered). In my opinion a very worthwhile investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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