It is generally legal to install a video camera in your home to monitor a babysitter or nanny, and does not require the consent of the babysitter or nanny. But it is generally illegal to place such a camera in private places such as bathrooms or a live-in nanny’s bedroom. And in some states that require both parties to consent to the recording of a conversation, it is illegal to place a camera or other device in your home that records audio without the consent (preferably in writing) of your babysitter or nanny. These states that require two-way consent to record conversations (your consent and the babysitter or nanny’s consent) include California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington.

In Nebraska, it is generally legal to install video cameras in your home for the purposes of monitoring a babysitter or nanny. This is often done to ensure the safety of children and property. However, Nebraska law prohibits the installation of cameras in places where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as bathrooms or a live-in nanny's bedroom. Regarding audio recording, Nebraska is a 'one-party consent' state, which means that only one party involved in the conversation needs to consent to the recording. Therefore, it is legal to record audio with a video camera in your home without the babysitter or nanny's consent, as long as you, as the homeowner and one of the parties to the conversation, consent to the recording. It is important to note that the laws regarding video and audio surveillance are subject to change, and it is advisable to consult with an attorney to ensure compliance with current state statutes and federal law.