Yes, dashcams are legal in Peru, provided they comply with data protection and traffic regulations. Their use is permitted for evidentiary purposes in accidents or traffic violations, but strict privacy laws govern recording and storage.
Key Regulations for Dashcams in Peru
- Data Protection Compliance: Dashcam footage containing identifiable individuals must adhere to Peru’s Ley de Protección de Datos Personales (Law No. 29733), requiring explicit consent for public dissemination. The Dirección General de Protección de Datos Personales enforces these rules.
- Traffic Code Restrictions: Peru’s Reglamento Nacional de Tránsito (Supreme Decree No. 016-2009-MTC) prohibits dashcams from obstructing the driver’s view or recording audio without prior notice to passengers, as per Article 87.
- Evidentiary Use: Footage may be submitted to traffic authorities (Policía Nacional del Perú) or courts, but tampering or unauthorized sharing constitutes a violation under the Código Penal (Article 165), with penalties up to 4 years imprisonment.
Note: As of 2026, pending amendments to the Ley de Tránsito may introduce stricter guidelines for dashcam storage duration and cloud-based sharing protocols, aligning with regional data sovereignty trends. Consult the Ministerio de Transportes y Comunicaciones for updates.