CIPA 637.7 – GPS Tracking

CIPA 637.7 – GPS Tracking

Privacy protection is important to many people, but it has become more difficult. However, California has some of the strongest privacy protection laws for individuals and consumers. Its privacy laws protect you from privacy violations by other individuals and companies, as well as provide civil and criminal penalties for violators.

These laws cover the use of GPS tracking on individuals by non-law enforcement. When this is done without the consent of the individual being tracked, it may be a violation of state law. If you believe that your rights have been violated because of a tracking device placement, an electronic tracking attorney can determine if you have a case to recover damages.

California a GPS Tracking Attorney to Protect Your Rights

For many years, Daniel Shay and Shay Legal APC have worked to protect the rights and interests of individuals. Our firm understands the significant imbalance between corporations and consumers. When this imbalance is leveraged to exploit consumer privacy, businesses must be held accountable.

Our team has significant resources and experience supporting individual rights against the actions of other individuals and large companies. Businesses often have significant resources, and it can be daunting to stand against them. Shay Legal APC can use our resources to support you against these corporations, investigate your case, and gather the evidence needed to secure compensation for you.

Understanding the California Invasion of Privacy Act

About CIPA 637.7 and GPS Tracking

CIPA 637.7 prohibits the electronic tracking of a person using a device, as well as the determination of the individual’s location or movements. An electronic tracking device includes a GPS or any other device that attaches to a movable item like a vehicle, enabling location tracking through electronic signal transmission.

This is not prohibited in the following instances:

1. The tracking is done by a lawful enforcement agency through the lawful use of a tracking device.
2. The tracking is consented to by the registered owner, lessor, or lessee of the specific vehicle that is being tracked.

If you did not consent to a GPS tracker, an attorney can determine if you have a viable case.

Penalties for CIPA 637.7

Violating the GPS tracking law is a misdemeanor in California. Typically, a misdemeanor in the state results in penalties including no more than one year in jail and up to $1,000 in fines. CIPA 637.7 also states that any party who violates this law and is licensed under Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code will have that license revoked.

However, a defendant accused of this violation may face civil penalties as well. Under CIPA 637.2, any violations of the chapter allow the affected victim to file for civil compensation. The individual can file for either $5,000 for each violation committed or three times the amount of actual economic damages from the offense—whichever amount is higher.

How Does a GPS Tracking Attorney Help in a Civil Claim?

When you bring a potential GPS tracking violation to an experienced attorney, they can determine if it is viable. This includes reviewing the unique circumstances of when and why you were tracked, the company or individual who completed the tracking, and other information. If an attorney believes you have a claim based on a legitimate violation, they can guide you through the entire legal process. Knowing your case will be handled by a professional can significantly reduce your stress.

An attorney can investigate the situation further to secure essential evidence of a violation and any damages. They will be aware of the legal deadlines and filing requirements for your case and stay on top of any changes in state and federal laws that may be relevant.

Your attorney can then represent you in negotiations with the other party. This can be useful when the party who violated your rights is a larger corporation. They have the ability to secure significant legal protection, which can make it hard for you to argue your case alone. When you work with the right GPS tracking attorney, they will have experience in negotiating fair settlements.

If a settlement is unreachable, your attorney can represent you in court. You are more likely to get the settlement you deserve with a skilled attorney and their team supporting you.

Shay Legal APC: GPS Tracking Attorney Dedicated to You

At Shay Legal APC, we carefully prepare CIPA cases and have a breadth of experience in consumer rights protection. When you work with our team, we diligently defend you against overreaching corporations or individuals. If you believe you are being illegally tracked by a person, a company, or an employer, we can help. Contact Shay Legal APC today.