If your camera points at your driveway, it almost certainly captures your neighbor’s front yard, their child playing, or their guest arriving. Legally, in most US jurisdictions, "plain view" doctrine applies: if you can see it from your property, you can record it. But legality and morality are not the same.
: Many homeowners disable audio features to avoid accidentally capturing private conversations of neighbors or passersby, which could violate the Federal Wiretap Act Are Home Security Cameras an Invasion of Privacy? If your camera points at your driveway, it
One of the most significant concerns is law enforcement's access to private footage. In some jurisdictions, police can request access to home security camera footage without a warrant, raising questions about the balance between public safety and individual privacy. : Many homeowners disable audio features to avoid