Bill > HB1329

This bill amends Pennsylvania's invasion of privacy law to expand and clarify protections against unauthorized visual recording and image sharing. The bill adds "video" to existing language about transferring inappropriate images, and modifies grading of offenses to create more serious penalties in certain scenarios. Specifically, if a teacher records or transmits intimate images of a student, or if an adult does the same to a minor, the offense becomes a felony (third degree for a first violation, second degree for subsequent violations). The bill also updates definitions to include broader contexts, such as expanding the definition of "student" to include individuals receiving transitional services up to age 21. For standard violations not involving teachers or adults targeting minors, the offense remains a misdemeanor (third degree for a single incident, second degree for multiple incidents). The law aims to provide stronger legal protections against invasive and sexually motivated recording or sharing of intimate images, particularly in educational settings and involving minors. The amendments take effect 60 days after passage.