This bill proposes the creation of a new chapter in Title 12.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on the use of robots for surveillance and the harassment of animals. It defines key terms such as "harass," "livestock," and "robot," establishing a framework for what constitutes unacceptable behavior in these contexts. The bill prohibits individuals from using robots to conduct surveillance on others or photograph individuals in private settings without consent, with specific exceptions for law enforcement and public events. Violations of these provisions are classified as misdemeanors, with penalties ranging from class A to class B misdemeanors depending on the nature of the offense.

Additionally, the bill addresses the harassment of livestock and wildlife using robots. It explicitly prohibits the intentional or reckless harassment of livestock, with penalties escalating to a class A misdemeanor if such harassment results in physical injury or death to the animals. The legislation aims to protect both individual privacy and the welfare of livestock and wildlife from potential harm caused by robotic surveillance and harassment.