Anymore, if I am in a public place (stores, banks, malls, etc.) I just assume I am on camera in some form or fashion. These tapes usually don't get viewed unless there is an incident of some sort. There is just too much tape for anyone to keep up with. If you want extremes, check out the Discovery, TLC, or Travel channel specials on Las Vegas security in the casinos. There are literally hundreds of cameras watching customers, as well as employees!

I have also been told that the government has a file on EVERYONE, regardless of criminal history. I cannot verify the truth of this personally, but I sure wouldn't put it past them.