9th Circuit Upholds Oregon's Audio Recording Ban

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld an Oregon law requiring consent for audio recordings, ruling it constitutional and content neutral. The law, which mandates notifying individuals before recording their conversations, was challenged by Project Veritas, a conservative media group known for undercover journalism. The court found that the law serves a significant government interest in ensuring privacy and does not discriminate based on viewpoint. While Project Veritas argued that the law hinders journalistic efforts, the court noted it allows for alternative methods of communication. Exceptions exist for certain situations, such as recording during a felony or by law enforcement officers performing their duties. After the ruling, Project Veritas indicated plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.