The following was copied directly from Amtrak’s website, www.amtrak.com.

Amtrak Corporate Guidelines on Photography and Video Recording:

Section I. Policy

The taking of photographs and/or videos is permitted within public access areas on Amtrak property and as otherwise stated in Section III. In emergency and/or special circumstances (for example, declared elevation of Homeland Security Advisory System to High or Severe – orange and red) and where actions are deemed suspicious or inconsistent with this policy by observing/reporting persons, photographers and videographers may be approached and questioned to determine if further investigation or action is necessary. Photography and video recording within restricted areas are prohibited. Individuals found in a restricted area will be subject to investigation and possible arrest and seizure of photography and/or video recording equipment may occur pursuant to the arrest. This policy applies in all circumstances, including where Amtrak may be promoting a photography contest or event.

Section II. Definitions

Commercial and Special Photography. Photography that requires explicit authorization from Amtrak and includes engagements for commercial gain or profit such as, movie films, commercial television productions, and photography for commercial advertisements. Photography. Photography shall mean the taking of moving and/or still images. Public Area. An area open to general public access and occupancy (station areas and platforms for ticketed passengers only) that is not otherwise posted or restricted by posted signs or locking devices. Signage, building design and physical barriers, i.e. fencing, bollards, etc., may also distinguish a public area from a restricted area. Restricted Area. A restricted area is any area not open to or occupied by the public, or is open to or occupied by the public on a limited basis. Signage, building design and physical barriers, i.e. fencing, bollards, etc., may also distinguish a restricted area from a public area.

Restricted areas include but are not limited to the following: Platforms (ticketed passengers are exempt); Crew and Employee Work Areas; Maintenance Facilities; Unoccupied Trains and Engines

Office Areas; Employee Elevators; Baggage/Delivery Areas; Commissaries; Right of Way and Track Areas; In service train cars. Find more at www.amtrak.com. – Submitted by Jim Pearson