NY A10193

Creates a new criminal offense of "Unlawful Surveillance by Global Positioning System or Similar Technology" as a Class B misdemeanor for placing GPS or similar tracking devices on vehicles or persons without knowledge or consent with intent to monitor their location.

Exempts law enforcement officials acting under a warrant or lawful exception to warrant requirements, and allows parents to track minor children in vehicles they own without criminal liability.

Provides an affirmative defense when the defendant engaged in such conduct for a legitimate purpose and the target's reasonable expectation of privacy was minimal.

Adds a civil cause of action allowing victims to recover compensatory damages, exemplary damages, and reasonable attorney's fees from violators, with courts retaining authority over the conduct described.

Takes effect ninety days after becoming law.