This bill amends and reenacts R.S. 14:283.2(A)(2) and enacts R.S. 14:283.2(C)(5) to enhance the legal framework surrounding the nonconsensual disclosure of private images in Louisiana. The amendment specifies that a person commits this offense if they disclose an image obtained through unauthorized access or under circumstances where a reasonable person would understand that the image was meant to remain private. This change clarifies the conditions under which the offense occurs, emphasizing the importance of consent and privacy.

Additionally, the bill introduces a definition for "unauthorized access," which is described as the retrieval of an image from an individual's telecommunication device without that individual's permission. This new legal language aims to provide clearer guidelines for prosecuting cases of nonconsensual image disclosure, thereby strengthening protections for individuals against privacy violations.

Statutes affected:
HB541 Original: 14:2(A)(2)
HB541 Engrossed: 14:2(A)(2)
HB541 Enrolled: 14:2(A)(2)
HB541 Act : 14:2(A)(2)