
Alabama Restraining Order Laws (2026): How to Get a Protection from Abuse Order
Learn how to get a Protection from Abuse Order (PFA) in Alabama: who qualifies, how long it lasts, filing steps, firearms rules, and violation penalties.
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Learn how to get a Protection from Abuse Order (PFA) in Alabama: who qualifies, how long it lasts, filing steps, firearms rules, and violation penalties.

The FTC announced May 21, 2026 that Cox Media Group and two firms will pay $930,000 to settle charges they deceptively marketed an "Active Listening" service that claimed to record smart-device conversations.

California AG Rob Bonta sued Chrome Holding Co. (formerly 23andMe) on May 28, 2026 over the 2023 genetic data breach affecting nearly 7 million people, invoking GIPA and the CCPA.

A Virginia man's June 2026 class action (No. 2:26-cv-01887, W.D. Wash.) alleges Amazon Ring's Familiar Faces feature scans biometric faceprints of non-users without consent.

Louisiana HB 475 (2026) passed the Legislature and awaits Gov. Landry's signature as of June 3, 2026. It would require providers to disclose AI-transcribed recording of medical visits.

New York's S2539 biometric bill passed the Senate 55-5 on May 12, 2026, and would require stores to post biometric scanning warning signs. As of June 3, 2026 it is not yet law.

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry signed SB 386 as Act 502 on May 29, 2026, enacting the Louisiana Data Privacy Act (R.S. 51:1780.1 et seq.), effective Jan. 1, 2027.

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed SB 1426 (Chapter 69, 2026), amending A.R.S. 12-1173 to fast-track removal of unlawful occupants and speed the writ of restitution.

In Gessner v. Southern Company (May 28, 2026), the Florida Supreme Court held private-sector whistleblowers must prove the conduct was, by definition, unlawful.

Compare security deposit caps, return deadlines, entry notice rules, and rent control status for all 50 states and DC. Updated for 2026.

Wyoming has no deposit cap, a 30-day return deadline (15 days from new address), and no fixed notice-to-enter statute. Learn tenant rights and habitability rules.

Wisconsin has no deposit cap, a 21-day return deadline, and requires 12 hours notice to enter. Learn tenant rights, late fees, and habitability rules.