Paranormal Investigation Recording Consent Form

Grant Permission for Paranormal Investigation Recording with Confidence

Whether you're a paranormal investigation team planning a residential case, a TV production company documenting unexplained phenomena, or a property owner wanting to understand unusual activity, proper recording consent is essential. This Paranormal Investigation Recording Consent Form provides property owners with clear, comprehensive authorization options while protecting both investigators and property owners throughout the documentation process.

Why Paranormal Investigators Need Specialized Recording Consent

Unlike standard video release forms, paranormal investigations involve unique considerations: extended overnight recordings, sensitive personal experiences, electromagnetic field (EMF) documentation, infrared and full-spectrum imaging, and potential broadcast or public sharing of evidence. Property owners need to understand exactly what will be recorded, how evidence will be analyzed, stored, and potentially shared—including with skeptical researchers who may offer alternative explanations.

This template is designed for paranormal investigation teams, ghost hunting organizations, paranormal research societies, TV production companies producing supernatural content, and independent investigators who need to establish trust and legal clarity before beginning an investigation.

What This Paranormal Recording Consent Form Covers

The form captures essential property and contact information, the scope of investigation activities, detailed recording permissions for audio, video, still photography, EMF readings, and other documentation methods. It addresses sensitive topics like whether the property owner wants their identity protected, whether evidence can be used in TV productions or documentaries, and whether skeptical analysis and debunking perspectives can be included in any published materials.

Conditional logic ensures property owners only see questions relevant to their specific permissions—for example, those who consent to TV production use will be asked about compensation expectations and creative approval, while those who decline broadcast rights won't see these sections.

Streamline Investigation Planning with Paperform

Built on Paperform, this template allows paranormal investigation teams to send consent forms before arrival, collect eSignatures via Papersign for legally binding authorization, and use Stepper to automatically route completed consents to your investigation scheduler, evidence manager, and legal compliance folder. Integration with your CRM means client relationships stay organized, and follow-up communications about evidence review can be triggered automatically.

For teams managing multiple investigations, Paperform's Agency+ plan lets you customize this template for different property types (residential, commercial, historical sites) while maintaining consistent legal protection across all cases. SOC 2 Type II compliance ensures sensitive property owner information and investigation details remain secure.

Whether you're a local paranormal investigation team, a nationwide research organization, or a production company creating supernatural television content, this template helps you establish professional consent protocols that respect property owners while enabling thorough evidence documentation.