H1633

Updating and clarifying the statute relating to “upskirting”

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Updating and clarifying the statute relating to "upskirting" in Massachusetts.

This bill amends Chapter 272 Section 105 of the 2020 General Laws to update and clarify the statute relating to "upskirting." It defines "upskirting" as photographing, videotaping, or electronically surveilling another person who is nude or partially nude with the intent to secretly conduct or hide such activity, when the person would have a reasonable expectation of privacy. The bill also establishes penalties, including imprisonment and fines, based on the age of the victim.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 17, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order