HB391 Summary

• Expands the definition of "eavesdropping device" to include instruments or software that access or intercept telephonic, electronic, or radio communications from personal telecommunication devices such as cell phones.

• Creates a new crime of criminal eavesdropping when a person intentionally uses an eavesdropping device to access communications on a personal telecommunication device without consent of the owner or user.

• Expands the crime of installing an eavesdropping device to include installation in a personal telecommunication device, classified as a Class C felony.

• Clarifies that criminal eavesdropping is a Class A misdemeanor and criminal possession of an eavesdropping device is a Class A misdemeanor.

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.