The bill amends Section 709.21 of the Iowa Code to expand the definition of invasion of privacy. Under the current law, a person is guilty of invasion of privacy if they knowingly view, photograph, or film another person without consent for the purpose of sexual arousal, provided that the other person is in a state of nudity and has a reasonable expectation of privacy. The new language adds that possessing such photographs or films also constitutes invasion of privacy, thereby broadening the scope of the offense.

As a result of this amendment, individuals found guilty of invasion of privacy will still face penalties as an aggravated misdemeanor and will be classified as a tier II sex offender. Convicted individuals will be required to register as sex offenders for a period of 10 years, reinforcing the seriousness of the offense and the state's commitment to protecting personal privacy rights.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 709.21