A legal question

[Kathie Bondar]

I am about to publish a book.
My objective with the work is teaching the method of understanding telepathy and dream interpretation. Most of the time telepathy happens on the subconscious level and although we usually respond, that too is on the subconscious level, we think of it as impulsiveness.
In my work I quote these telepathic communications as I perceived them, the caller is not aware I "heard him", like the burglar telepathically telegraphing his intentions as he makes his plans to raid my home. I "heard" and was able to prevent it.
Or, another scenario: a man with amorous intentions telepathically telegraphs his desires. When he tries to telephone for a date I don’t return his call, but quote his telepathic call in my article. Am I breaching his privacy right?
My question is regarding legality: are there any laws regulating telepathy? Can I quote the burglar's telepathic communication in my publication without his permission?
I have information that the police is already using telepathy as an investigating tool. I think the public should know. Do you?
Yours truly
Kathie Bondar
Email: borealis@airpost.net

 

[gerryh]

Books on fairy tales always seem to sell well.

 

[Cannuck]

Books on fairy tales always seem to sell well.

That's exactly what the atheists would say about your Bible.

 

[gerryh]

what do you mean "would"? that IS exactley what they say about the Bible. Your point is?

 

[Cannuck]

what do you mean "would"? that IS exactley what they say about the Bible. Your point is?

My point is that you do the same thing. It just needed to be pointed out....well actually it didn't but I enjoy pointing out hypocrisy when I see it.

 

[gerryh]

My point is that you do the same thing. It just needed to be pointed out....well actually it didn't but I enjoy pointing out hypocrisy when I see it.

What hypocrisy, I just stated that fairy tales sell quite well.

 

[Cannuck]

What hypocrisy, I just stated that fairy tales sell quite well.

Yes...you did.

 

[Tonington]

If I were you, I'd telepathically consult a lawyer. You'll save money as well as get an answer to your question!

 

[Just the Facts]

Well, I'm not a lawyer and this isn't even a site dedicated to legal issues, so you may want to find a more appropriate place to get your answer.

I did find this though....

Civil Committal - The Canadian Encyclopedia

 

[darkbeaver]

Labs all over the world study the fairytale of telepathy. I've heard it said that when one dosn't understand something one should ask questions or read or shut your mouth and prevent being seen as an asshole. Ive heard that many times. Many many times.

 

[gerryh]

Labs all over the world study the fairytale of telepathy. I've heard it said that when one dosn't understand something one should ask questions or read or shut your mouth and prevent being seen as an asshole. Ive heard that many times. Many many times.

and yet, you don't follow your own advice.

 

[Dexter Sinister]

Am I breaching his privacy right?

Not as long as he remains unidentifiable in what you've written, but if you've given his name, or any other details that would allow a reader to identify who he is, then yes.

My question is regarding legality: are there any laws regulating telepathy?

No, the law doesn't recognize that telepathy exists, because it doesn't, so there are no laws specifically regulating its use. You might, however, find yourself in some trouble with the rules about fraud, depending on how you market this supposed skill of yours.

Can I quote the burglar's telepathic communication in my publication without his permission?

Sure, as long as, as stated above, he's not identifiable. You're only quoting things out of your own fantasies, just don't attribute them to anyone who can be identified.

I have information that the police is already using telepathy as an investigating tool.

Your information is false.

 

[darkbeaver]

and yet, you don't follow your own advice.

No of course not, most here wouldn't follow my advice. I'm not about to ignore their good example. I'm surprised you commented on the obvious.

"the law doesn't recognize that telepathy exists, because it doesn't," Sense deprivation, a physical and mental condition of the modern era.

 

[Retired_Can_Soldier]

If the information was said to you you could quote it. If the information is second hand I would seek written authentication and permission.

 

[Cliffy]

No, the law doesn't recognize that telepathy exists, because it doesn't, so there are no laws specifically regulating its use.

If it has no basis in reality, why did both the east and the west spend decades trying to develop it as a weapon against each other?

 

[damngrumpy]

They might not recognize telepathy but they recognize that you are calling someone out
as an offender of the law. If you use the name of that person, it is a false accusation and
it may not fall under telepathy. Instances of situations are fine, as long as one uses the
entertainment angle. Otherwise you would need proof. The only group that can make
statements without substantial proof is the Church. They don't use the word telepathy
or anything like that. They correct everything with the use of the word, Miracles. There
are always miracles and they are mysteries from God, not chance circumstances.
I am not a lawyer, and I am not connected to a church. I have seen some strange things
and perhaps even a miracle or two. I don't subscribe to telepathy or miracles but I can't
explain these situations either.
I don't want to trample of other peoples beliefs, I just want confirmation and proof from
anyone making claims, whether they are individuals or the clergy.

 

[Johnnny]

If you were REALLY telepathic, couldnt you read the mind of a lawyer and get the answer that way....

 

[Ron in Regina]

If you were REALLY telepathic, couldnt you read the mind of a lawyer and get the answer that way....

That might not be how telepathy works....& we might have to read the book to
find that out. ;-) Maybe telepathy (if real) broadcasts feelings and not legal
definitions. I'm just pulling that out'a my arse, 'cuz I really just don't know.

 

[Johnnny]

Have you ever seen X-men, ron? lol

 

[Ron in Regina]

Have you ever seen X-men, ron? lol

Yeah....& vaguely remember bits & pieces of the movies. I remember a chick in
blue bodypaint, etc...& not a whole lot else.