Invasion of Privacy (non-consensual intimate observation, recording, and disclosure)

NJ Invasion of Privacy Law
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New Jersey criminalizes secretly watching, photographing, or recording people who are nude, partly clothed, or engaged in sexual activity where they expect privacy, and disclosing such images (including online) without consent. Victims can sue for liquidated damages. Retailers may watch dressing-room entrances only with posted notice and may never observe or record inside private stalls.

Jurisdiction

New Jersey

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

1/8/2004

Enforcing Authority

County prosecutors and the Attorney General (criminal); private civil action by the person depicted

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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