Posted by Hi/Po Security guards are often poorly paid and get little respect. To them, catching someone is an opportunity to prove their worth. So they often end up overreacting and treating people engaged in our hobby like they're criminals who've done something stupid and seriously wrong. If you encounter security, run. You definitely don't want to deal with those idiots. If you're in a group, the odds of getting away are in your favor. But if it's the cops, don't run. Cops generally don't give people a hard time if there's no indication they're up to no good. Running just makes it worse when you get caught. With that said, if you're a good photographer or writer, it can be worth getting permission beforehand to visit a place. You won't have to worry that someone at some point will question the value of your work if you broke laws to do it. It can cost you opportunities for publication.
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bump. Well and correctly stated, Sir
If you want permission and a release, contact the owners or who is in control of the site -before- you get caught trespassing at the site.
If caught or IDed you will lose this option most likely.
3rd party owners or guardians can be demo contractors even the local police department as was the case with a NJ Nike base. Demo contractors are the easiest to get permission from generally.