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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the videotaping or taking of moving digital images of activities in the backyard of certain adjoining residential properties. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to ensure backyard privacy by granting residential property owners and tenants the right to take legal action against any person who installs a video recording device on adjoining property with the intent to harass, annoy, alarm, or threaten the owner or tenant. The bill defines "backyard" as the portion of the property that extends beyond the rear footprint of the residential dwelling. However, the provisions do not apply to law enforcement personnel acting within the scope of their authorized duties.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1672 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1672.pdf |
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