Paris prosecutors investigate complaints of women secretly filmed with smart glasses

On September 22, 2026, Paris prosecutors announced they had opened several investigations after receiving complaints about women being filmed on the street without their consent using smart glasses. The complaints relate to privacy violations, and in some cases, investigations for sexual assault were also opened. The prosecutor's office noted a growing trend on social media of such videos being published. Under French law, the offense can be punished by up to two years in prison and a fine of 45,000 euros. The investigations come amid calls in Europe for action against the misuse of smart glasses.