Amends TCA Section 39-13-605 and Title 40, Chapter 39, Part 2.
Tennessee SB0685 amends existing laws regarding unlawful photography by reclassifying certain offenses from misdemeanors to felonies, thereby increasing penalties for photographing individuals without consent, particularly in private settings or involving minors. The bill affects individuals who engage in such photography, especially those targeting minors or using their position of trust to facilitate the offense. Key provisions include raising the classification of offenses to Class E, D, and C felonies, depending on the circumstances, and requiring offenders to register as sexual offenders.
Tennessee SB0685 amends existing laws regarding unlawful photography by reclassifying certain offenses from misdemeanors to felonies, thereby increasing penalties for photographing individuals without consent, particularly in private settings or involving minors. The bill affects individuals who engage in such photography, especially those targeting minors or using their position of trust to facilitate the offense. Key provisions include raising the classification of offenses to Class E, D, and C felonies, depending on the circumstances, and requiring offenders to register as sexual offenders.
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