criminalizing the use of small unmanned aircraft systems for the purpose of video voyeurism and the invasion of the right to privacy.
Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 02/05/2026 HJ 3 P. 7
Summary
The bill would criminalize the use of small drones to capture images or sound of people engaged in private, personal, or family activities without permission. A first offense would be a Class A misdemeanor, while transmitting, publishing, or selling the material would be a Class B felony. Law‑enforcement personnel acting within the scope of their duties are exempt.
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