This bill aims to prohibit the disclosure of body worn camera recordings obtained under New Jersey's open public records law, specifically when the disclosing party is not a subject of the recording. It requires that prior written consent be obtained from each subject of the recording before any disclosure can occur, unless the disclosure serves a legitimate public health or safety purpose or is in the compelling public interest. Violating this provision is classified as a disorderly persons offense, and individuals who breach this law may face civil liability, allowing subjects of the recordings to pursue legal action in Superior Court.

The bill outlines potential remedies for those harmed by unauthorized disclosures, including actual damages with a minimum of $1,000 for each violation, punitive damages for willful or reckless disregard of the law, and the recovery of reasonable attorneys' fees and litigation costs. The definitions provided in the bill clarify what constitutes a body worn camera and who qualifies as a subject of the recording, ensuring that protections are in place to prevent exploitation of individuals captured in these recordings, particularly in light of concerns regarding misuse on social media.