Bill > H1651

This bill amends Chapter 271 of the General Laws by adding a new section that prohibits "first responders" – defined as law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and others who regularly assist at emergencies – from taking or sharing photos or digital images of crime, accident, or emergency victims. The bill specifies that such images can only be taken if it's part of official duties or with the consent of the victim or their "immediate family member," which includes spouses, children, parents, and grandparents. Similarly, transmitting or sharing these images with anyone outside of official duties is also prohibited without consent. Violating these provisions could result in a fine of up to $2,000, up to a year in jail, or both.