Senate Bill 586 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 39-17-318(a)(1), concerning unlawful exposure. The bill modifies the existing legal language by deleting the current subdivision and replacing it with a new provision that specifies that an image is considered unlawfully exposed if it was photographed or recorded under circumstances where the parties involved agreed or understood that the image would remain private. This definition applies regardless of whether the individual distributing the image was part of that agreement or understanding.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of protecting individuals' privacy regarding their images. By clarifying the conditions under which an image is deemed unlawfully exposed, the legislation aims to strengthen privacy rights and hold individuals accountable for unauthorized distribution of private images.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-318(a)(1), 39-17-318