Invasion of privacy

Invasion of privacy is considered a personal tort, aimed at protecting the individual's feelings

Anti-paparazzi bill pushed by Steven Tyler approved by Hawaii Senate committee

Lilly Chapa | Newsgathering | News | February 13, 2013
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February 13, 2013

The Hawaii Senate Judiciary Committee approved an anti-paparazzi bill that would allow people who are photographed on their private property or while taking part in “personal or family activities” to sue the photographer for invasion of privacy.

Oscar-nominated filmmaker detained at U.S. border sparks debate over searches of electronic devices

Rachel Bunn | Privacy | News | April 10, 2012
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April 10, 2012

An Oscar and Emmy nominated filmmaker and journalist said she was detained by the Department of Homeland Security when trying to re-enter the United States last week after traveling in Great Britain, renewing the legal debate over electronic device searches at U.S. borders and their implications for newsgathering.