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- Referred to consumer protection
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Title of bill
An act to amend the general business law, in relation to requiring certain cabarets and public dance halls to install video surveillance cameras at all entrances and exits
Purpose
To require the use of digital video surveillance cameras at all entrances of exits of cabarets and public dance halls.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 amends the general business law by adding a new section 399-hh providing no one shall operate a cabaret or public dance hall unless all entrances and exits used by patrons are equipped with digital video surveillance cameras. This shall not apply to establishments operating primarily as restaurants during all hours of operation. Provisions of the section ensure the cameras are used to effectively and securely capture and store clear video of activity near entrances and exits at all times of operation. Unlawful dissemination of such recordings shall result in suspension or revocation of a license and a fine of between $5,000 and $50,000. The establishment shall post signage at appropriate locations to notify the public of its use of video surveillance equipment and the locations of the video surveillance equipment. Each person operating such a cabaret or public dance hall must submit a report to the department within 30 business days after the effective date of this law, or in the case of a new cabaret or public dance hall within 30 day of establishment, certifying compliance with this section. The department shall conduct periodic inspections of licensees to ensure compliance. The secretary may suspend or revoke a cabaret or public dance hall license if the licensee violates these requirements and in addition shall impose a fine of $1,000 for each violation and any additional penalties as required by this section.
Section 2 provides this act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law.
Existing law
New law
Justification
Cabarets and public dance halls are sites of drinking and sometimes rowdy behavior prone to incidents. Digital video surveillance is inexpensive and easy to install, and patrons already have an expectation it may be used. To protect the public, assist law enforcement and promote the resolution of civil disputes, digital video surveillance near entrances and exits should be required. This is modeled after New York City legislation enacted in 2007.
Legislative history
New bill
Fiscal implications
Minimal
Local fiscal implications
None
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the ninetieth day after it shall have become a law.
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