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RI H7433
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Place
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AI Summary
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Prohibits law enforcement and peace officers from placing audio or video recording devices on private property to capture, generate, preserve, transmit, or document activities without the property owner's consent or a valid search warrant
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Requires any search warrant for such surveillance to be issued by a neutral and detached magistrate or judge based on a finding of probable cause
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Makes any audio or video evidence obtained in violation of these requirements inadmissible in both criminal and civil proceedings against the property owner, tenants, or guests
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Adds new section 12-5-11 to Rhode Island's Search Warrants chapter (Chapter 12-5 of the General Laws)
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Requires law enforcement to obtain consent before placing audio or video recorders on the private property of another.
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
2/11/2026