To prohibit the unauthorized use of electronic tracking devices.

“120 Electronic tracking

“2601. Prohibition on unauthorized electronic tracking

“(a) Definition—In this section, the term electronic tracking device means a device attached to a motor vehicle or other vehicle that reveals the location or movement of the device through the transmission of electronic signals.

“(b) Prohibition—Except as provided in subsection (c), it shall be unlawful to knowingly use an electronic tracking device—

“(1) to determine the location or movement of an individual; and

“(2) with the intent to place the individual under surveillance without the consent of the individual.

“(c) Exceptions—The prohibition under subsection (b) shall not apply to the use of an electronic tracking device—

“(1) on a motor vehicle or other vehicle if the registered owner, lessor, or lessee of the vehicle has consented to the use of the electronic tracking device on the vehicle;

“(2) by a law enforcement agency if the use is not otherwise prohibited by law;

“(3) by an individual to track a dependent of the individual; or

“(4) to reasonably protect the health or safety of the individual being tracked.

“(d) Penalty—Any person who violates subsection (b) shall be fined under this title, imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.”