Buy from a large nursery or garden supply company rather than a "hydro" store if you are THAT paranoid OR if you have a prior criminal record. In most instances they need some sort of a probable cause to proceed.

Buying a grow light isn't against the law and isn't probable cause for a search warrant. If they're watching you THAT closely you are ALREADY TOAST!!

The REAL "golden rule" is having said equipment...WHEREVER purchased, SENT TO AN ADDRESS WHERE THERE IS ***NO GROW*** happening WHATSOEVER and where the recipient has NO CRIMINAL RECORD.

good luck

bt dt