California SB1130 regulates wearable recording devices to protect privacy.

California SB1130 mandates that wearable recording devices must have a prominent indicator alerting others to the capturing activity. It prohibits the sale of devices without such indicators starting January 1, 2028. The bill also bans the use of technology to disable these indicators. It exempts certain assistive devices and law enforcement officers from these restrictions. Violators face civil penalties up to $2,500 per violation.

California SB1130 regulates wearable recording devices to protect privacy.

California SB1130 mandates that wearable recording devices must have a prominent indicator alerting others to the capturing activity. It prohibits the sale of devices without such indicators starting January 1, 2028. The bill also bans the use of technology to disable these indicators. It exempts certain assistive devices and law enforcement officers from these restrictions. Violators face civil penalties up to $2,500 per violation.