This bill introduces a new legal provision that establishes a private right of action for individuals who are affected by unwarranted video imaging of their residential premises. Specifically, it allows any owner or tenant of residential real property to seek damages against anyone who installs a video imaging device on adjacent property with the intent to capture activities occurring in their backyard without consent. The bill explicitly states that this action is applicable when the intent is to harass, annoy, alarm, or threaten another person. Additionally, it clarifies that law enforcement personnel conducting authorized duties are exempt from these provisions.

The new section, RSA 539:10, is inserted into the existing law, detailing the conditions under which the private right of action can be pursued. The definition of "backyard" is also provided to specify the area covered under this law. The bill does not allocate any funding or create new positions, and it is set to take effect on January 1, 2026. The fiscal note indicates that while the bill may lead to an increase in civil cases, the exact impact on the judicial system is indeterminate.