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Bill would allow homeowners to sue for nonconsensual backyard surveillance

Aug 15, 2017 12:02 am

Matthew Hamilton is reporting at Capitol Confidential legislation that would allow homeowners to sue a neighbor for invasion of privacy if the neighbor secretly records recreational activities in the homeowner’s backyard is awaiting action by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo. The bill expands on a 2003 law that made it a felony to videotape someone without their permission in an intimate setting where there would be a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as a bedroom or bathroom. The bill contains an exemption for law enforcement surveillance. A spokesman for the governor said the bill is under review. There are currently 104 bills on the governor's desk. Read the full story at Capitol Confidential, a Times Union blog.

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