Is it Legal to Tape Record Conversations Between Your Child and Your Spouse?

Many clients ask me, “is it legal to video or audio tape my child with the other parent?” The law in New York State conflicts with Federal Law. Recent case law in New York State makes answering this question extremely difficult. I recently ran across this article that describes the different issues under New York Divorce law and the Federal laws. An experienced Child Custody lawyer in New York should be familiar with the following with the relevant laws.