Any filmmakers from Los Angeles? Help on something

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_bli

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Hey, I was only wondering if someone that has filmed in Los Angeles has run into any trouble filming without a permit. Is one needed? I usually film in NY but in NY there's an optional permit that allows permission for a camera, tripod & audio equipment for free. That's all the equipment I have/need too. I can't seem to find anything of the equivalent in Los Angeles. Can anyone help me out here?

Thanks
 
I have been on shoots that have gone the guerrila route.....some have been shut down by the police others were able to finish before they showed up.

It all depends on a few things:

Location
Size of crew,
and what is happening in the scene

Technically, if you are shooting "for profit" or hope to make a profit, then you need a permit....period. Welcome to LA....the land of film-making. Cops here are not stupid. If they see a crew, audio guy, someone holding a bounce, a camera on a tripod......you have a target painted on your back. It depends on how busy they are with other things.

PM me.......maybe I can assist, I have established a relationship with LAPD and LASO...
 
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Ironic that is.

Anyway, thanks for weighing in, appreciate it. Crew is only going to be 3 total for out on the streets, so thankfully we'll have at least that on our side.
 
_bli said:
Ironic that is.

Anyway, thanks for weighing in, appreciate it. Crew is only going to be 3 total for out on the streets, so thankfully we'll have at least that on our side.
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Leave the camera truck engine on and wear good running shoes!!! :thumbsup:
 
Yeah, but it depends on where they want to shoot. And on who they have looking after them.......hint, hint. Yeah, I deal in guns on most shoots, but that relationship with LE transcends a bunch of lines. "Oh no guns on this one, Doc?" "Nope." "oh, okay, we have a 415 down the street...""Stay safe, guys"
 
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