HB595

Hawaii HB595 establishes the right to record law enforcement activities and prohibits interference with such recordings.

Hawaii HB595 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to add a new chapter protecting the right to record law enforcement activities. It defines "law enforcement activity" and "law enforcement officer," and establishes that individuals have the right to record these activities. The bill prohibits law enforcement officers from interfering with recordings, including preventing, threatening, or commanding individuals to stop recording. It allows for a private right of action for those whose recording rights are violated, including seeking damages, declaratory and injunctive relief, and attorney fees.