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CA SB1130
Bill
Status
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Eloise Reyes
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AI Summary
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Prohibits using wearable recording devices (smartwatches, glasses, body cameras) to capture sound or video of people in areas of businesses where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy without explicit consent
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Bans disabling indicator lights on wearable recording devices that show when recording is active, and prohibits manufacturing, selling, or purchasing technology designed to disable such indicators
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First-time violations are punishable by fines up to $2,500, imprisonment up to one year in county jail or state prison, or both
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Repeat offenders with prior convictions under this or related wiretapping laws face enhanced penalties of up to $10,000 in fines, imprisonment up to one year, or both
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Exempts law enforcement officers acting within the scope of their authority and recordings made to gather evidence of certain crimes including extortion, kidnapping, bribery, human trafficking, and domestic violence
Legislative Description
Crimes: invasion of privacy: wearable recording devices.
Last Action
Set for hearing March 24.
3/10/2026