Dash cams

[TomK]

Anyone here use a dash cam in their car? For the last couple of days I've made a temporary mount (made out of play-doh of all things!)for a small point-and-shoot camera I have which I could put on the dash and record video while driving on my street. This was mainly to try and catch some pictures of the loose dogs for evidence, but think I'd like to get something a little more professional although not too expensive for more general use (e.g., capturing evidence if I'm ever unfortunate enough to be in an accident or if I'm a witness to something).

On the other hand I've not seen anyone use one on the island, so am wondering if 1) are there any legal issues about using a dash cam here and 2), if anyone does use one, do you have any recommendations?

I'm not thinking of anything too extravagant, just something I can put on the dash or the rear-view mirror.

Thanks in advance.

Tom
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