Hawaii HB595 establishes rights for individuals to record law enforcement activities and to seek legal action if their recording is unlawfully.

Hawaii HB595 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to create a new chapter that guarantees individuals the right to record law enforcement activities. This includes the right to maintain custody and control of recordings and any equipment used. The bill also establishes a private right of action for individuals who experience unlawful interference by law enforcement officers, such as threats, prevention of recording, or seizure of recording equipment. The act allows for punitive damages, declaratory and injunctive relief, and other remedies deemed appropriate by the court.

Hawaii HB595 establishes rights for individuals to record law enforcement activities and to seek legal action if their recording is unlawfully.

Hawaii HB595 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to create a new chapter that guarantees individuals the right to record law enforcement activities. This includes the right to maintain custody and control of recordings and any equipment used. The bill also establishes a private right of action for individuals who experience unlawful interference by law enforcement officers, such as threats, prevention of recording, or seizure of recording equipment. The act allows for punitive damages, declaratory and injunctive relief, and other remedies deemed appropriate by the court.