NYC Council Introduction 382

intro.nyc/0382-2026 2026-2029 Legislative Session
Prohibiting unauthorized surveillance by a global positioning system or similar technology.
Status: Committee Committee on Public Safety
Sponsored by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams
Introduced: January 29, 2026

Under the bill, it would be a misdemeanor to use a GPS device on another person’s motor vehicle without their consent to track or monitor such vehicle. The bill would not apply to individuals tracking the use of their vehicle by a minor or a law enforcement official working pursuant to a warrant or a lawful exception to the warrant requirement. The misdemeanor would be punishable by a fine of not more than $250, and/or imprisonment for not more than thirty days, with an additional or alternate civil penalty of up to $250 permitted.