New York Bans Smart Glasses in Courts | Albany News

Albany News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 17, 2026 · 1m

New York courts are banning smart glasses starting July 20th, shutting down any eyewear or headwear with cameras, microphones, or recording tech—whether prescription or not. This bold move aims to shield sensitive cases, especially those involving sexual assault and child victims, by safeguarding privacy and anonymity for survivors, witnesses, jurors, and law enforcement. While the ACLU hasn’t officially weighed in on this ban, they’ve long opposed facial recognition tech in smart glasses, citing risks to civil liberties and vulnerable groups. If you’re heading to court after July 20th, leave…