Hidden cameras in Airbnb rentals, locker rooms, or bathrooms have made Unlawful Surveillance a growing issue in NY.
Under Penal Law §250.45, secretly recording someone in a private setting is a Class E Felony—punishable by up to 4 years in prison and sex offender registration.
Many cases stem from tech misuse—a misplaced security camera or accidental recording. The consequences are severe, so early representation can mean the difference between a felony record and a dismissed case.