HCS/SS/SB 1023 - This act includes knowingly attempting to connect to, tamper with, or interfere with cable television signals, cables, wires, devices, or equipment, is used for the distribution of cable television and which results in the unauthorized use of a cable television system or the disruption of the delivery of the cable television service. The act does not prohibit, restrict, or limit the purchase, sale, or use of products intended to provide services and features to a customer who has lawfully obtained a connection from a cable company. Theft of cable television committed in this manner is a Class C felony. This act creates the offense of criminal use of real property through the misuse of audiovisual recording devices. A person who knowingly operates the audiovisual recording function of a device at a movie without proper consent from certain individuals is guilty of criminal use of real property. This act defines a motion picture theater as a movie theater, screening room, or other venue being used primarily for the exhibition of a motion picture, but excluding the lobby, entrance, or any other area where a motion picture cannot be viewed. Certain persons who alert law enforcement authorities of an alleged violation shall not be civilly liable for subsequent actions taken to detain an individual until such law enforcement authorities arrive if he or she acted in good faith. There is an exception to this provision if the plaintiff can prove that he or she was held for an unreasonable amount of time. This act does not prohibit law enforcement from operating audiovisual recording devices during the course of their authorized activities. This act makes criminal use of real property pursuant to this section a Class A misdemeanor unless it is a second or subsequent offense, in which case, it is a Class D felony. SUSAN HENDERSON