NY A00322

Amends Real Property Law by adding Section 235-j to prohibit landlords from obtaining, retaining, accessing, or using facial recognition systems on residential premises.

Defines "facial recognition" as both the automated or semi-automated process of identifying individuals based on facial characteristics and the process of analyzing facial features to determine sentiment, state of mind, or propensities such as dangerousness.

Authorizes the Attorney General to seek injunctions against violating landlords and impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, with authority to take proof, make determinations, and issue subpoenas.

Grants private right of action to any person subjected to facial recognition in violation of the law to recover actual damages or $1,000 in damages (whichever is greater) and to recover costs and reasonable attorneys' fees if prevailing.

Takes effect 120 days after enactment into law.