Oh great. So, now just taking simple photos gets you hounded for no good reason. I’m always careful where I take photos anyway, and only do so in public spaces. Even then, I’m wary of taking photos with people in (they spoil the shot anyway, as far as I’m concerned!).
I think I’d be inclined to do much the same as the person mentioned in the article though. Go along with it, then bitch, wail, and complain until blue in the face. There’s little point getting your collar felt just to prove a point.