People are taking pictures in public everywhere you go. Smart phones and digital cameras give nearly everyone constant access to high-definition recording devices. In most cases, there is nothing wrong with snapping a quick photo of a landmark or some interesting scenery. However, taking pictures of other people without their permission may be crossing the line. Until recently, it was generally considered legal to photograph nearly anything in a public place. However, Texas laws have changed to counteract the growing problem of unwanted, voyeuristic public photography. Under the new law, a person who takes an inappropriate picture of someone else may find themselves dealing with a criminal record.