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SB 690

Crimes: invasion of privacy.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Anna Caballero and 5 co-sponsors

SB 690 establishes new criminal penalties for privacy invasion in California, expanding protections against unauthorized surveillance and personal intrusions with bipartisan legislative support.

Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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Bill Summary · SB 690

Legislative bill overview

SB 690 creates new criminal penalties for invasion of privacy in California, expanding legal protections against unauthorized surveillance and personal intrusions. The bill has passed the Senate unanimously and is currently moving through Assembly committees with bipartisan support.

Why is this important

Privacy violations through technology—including hidden cameras, drone surveillance, and unauthorized recording—have increased significantly. This legislation establishes clearer legal consequences and potentially stronger deterrents for perpetrators, affecting individuals' rights to personal security in private spaces.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope definition: Ambiguity about what constitutes "invasion of privacy" could lead to inconsistent enforcement or overly broad application in cases involving legitimate recording (security systems, legal investigations)
  • Penalty proportionality: Questions about whether criminal penalties are appropriately calibrated compared to other California privacy violations, and whether this creates disparities in sentencing
  • Technology evolution: The bill may struggle to address emerging surveillance methods faster than the technology develops, potentially creating enforcement gaps or obsolescence

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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