Hawaii SB2145 establishes rights for individuals to record law enforcement activities and protections against interference by law enforcement.

Hawaii SB2145 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to add a new chapter protecting the right of individuals to record law enforcement activities. It defines "law enforcement activity" and "law enforcement officer" and establishes that individuals not under arrest have the right to record these activities. The bill outlines actions that constitute interference, such as preventing, threatening, or seizing recording equipment. It also provides a private right of action for those whose recording rights are violated, allowing for damages, punitive damages, and attorney's fees.

Hawaii SB2145 establishes rights for individuals to record law enforcement activities and protections against interference by law enforcement.

Hawaii SB2145 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to add a new chapter protecting the right of individuals to record law enforcement activities. It defines "law enforcement activity" and "law enforcement officer" and establishes that individuals not under arrest have the right to record these activities. The bill outlines actions that constitute interference, such as preventing, threatening, or seizing recording equipment. It also provides a private right of action for those whose recording rights are violated, allowing for damages, punitive damages, and attorney's fees.