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HB 602

Criminal Offenses - As enacted, enacts the "Voyeurism Victims Act." - Amends TCA Title 28; Title 29; Title 36, Chapter 3, Part 6; Title 39 and Title 40, Chapter 2.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Bob Freeman

Tennessee enacts the Voyeurism Victims Act, strengthening criminal penalties and victim protections against non-consensual voyeuristic conduct and intimate recordings.

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 62
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Bill Summary · HB 602

Legislative bill overview

HB 602 enacts the "Voyeurism Victims Act" in Tennessee, amending multiple sections of state law related to criminal offenses, court procedures, and victim protections. The bill creates or strengthens legal mechanisms to prosecute voyeurism crimes and protect victims of voyeuristic conduct.

Why is this important

Voyeurism—the non-consensual recording or viewing of intimate moments—is a violation of privacy and dignity that has become more prevalent with technology. This legislation provides clearer criminal definitions, stronger penalties, and victim protections, addressing a gap in how Tennessee law addresses these crimes while giving victims legal recourse.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: How broadly "voyeurism" is defined could affect what conduct is criminalized—overly broad definitions might capture unintended behavior, while narrow ones might leave loopholes
  • Penalty severity: Questions about whether penalties are proportionate and consistent with similar crimes, particularly regarding felony classification and sentencing ranges
  • Victim compensation and civil remedies: Debates over what restitution mechanisms and civil liability protections are included for victims, and whether they're adequate for addressing harm

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

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