Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger Signs On For Tougher Paparazzi Laws

October 13th, 2009

arnold-schwarzenegger-warner-brosCalifornia Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed on to make it easier for celebrities to sue media outlets that publish photos that invade their privacy.

arnold-schwarzenegger-warner-brosAccording to the amendment to the decade old law, fines can be brought against paparazzi who take photos, videos or recordings of celebrities in an illegal manner and permits lawsuits to be brought against the tabloids that pay for the content.

The new amendment comes into effect this January.

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