Governance & Ethics (in Active Development)

Barber Cam is being built with a stewardship-first approach. The project’s legitimacy depends on restraint, transparency, and due process.

## Core Commitments - **Truthful record:** discourage selective editing and misleading presentation. - **Non-escalation:** recording must never be used to provoke conflict. - **Dignity:** avoid humiliation, harassment, or public shaming. - **Minimum necessary:** collect and retain as little as possible. - **Accountability:** publish standards, document decisions, and correct mistakes. - **Due process:** support fair outcomes; do not substitute for lawful procedures. ## Prohibited Uses - Covert surveillance or stalking - Harassment, intimidation, or targeted humiliation - Monetizing or trading sensitive recordings - “Doxxing” or publishing private data - Incitement, vigilantism, or interference with emergencies ## Safety First If recording increases immediate risk, de-escalation and safety come first. ## Status This document is a draft. Implementation details will be released after validation and review. </article>