Marist University
Hidden Camera Lawsuit

Between April 27 and May 10, 2025, hidden cameras were allegedly placed inside gender neutral bathrooms in Dyson Hall at Marist University. Authorities allege multiple individuals were recorded without their knowledge or consent. A Dutchess County Grand Jury indicted Kyle Petrozzi on 16 counts of Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree. The criminal case is ongoing.

Kyle Petrozzi is a 22 year old former Marist University student who was indicted on 16 felony counts of Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree related to hidden cameras allegedly installed in Dyson Hall bathrooms. He is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

Possibly. Civil claims may be filed if institutional negligence contributed to the misconduct. This can include inadequate inspections, insufficient security procedures, or failures in supervision that allowed surveillance devices to be placed and remain undetected.

Yes, potentially. Secretly recording someone in a private space such as a bathroom can create civil liability. A civil case may seek compensation for invasion of privacy, emotional distress, and related damages depending on the facts.

No. Civil cases can often proceed while criminal charges are pending. The criminal case focuses on whether a crime occurred. A civil case focuses on compensation for victims and whether institutional failures contributed to the harm.

Individuals recorded without consent in a private space such as a bathroom may have the right to pursue compensation for invasion of privacy, emotional harm, and negligent security depending on the circumstances.

You may still have rights. If you used a gender neutral bathroom in Dyson Hall during the timeframe identified by authorities, a confidential consultation can help you understand your options even if you do not know for certain whether you were recorded.

The act of secretly recording someone in a private space may itself support civil claims. Distribution is not always required to establish harm because the violation occurs at the moment privacy is invaded.

Potential compensation may include damages for emotional distress, anxiety, humiliation, therapy or counseling costs, and other losses connected to the privacy violation. Each case depends on the specific facts.

In many privacy and sexual misconduct related civil cases, courts may allow victims to proceed using initials or a pseudonym to protect identity. Whether anonymity is granted depends on court approval and the circumstances of the case.

Yes. New York law imposes statutes of limitation on civil claims, including privacy and negligence based claims. The exact deadline depends on the legal theory and facts. Speaking with an attorney promptly helps preserve your rights.

If an affected individual was under 18 at the relevant time, parents or legal guardians may be able to bring a claim on the child’s behalf. Additional protections and different filing rules may apply in cases involving minors.

Yes. Authorities have stated that multiple individuals were allegedly recorded in the bathrooms, including both men and women.

Probation supervision is a condition of release while the criminal case proceeds. It does not resolve the charges and does not determine civil liability.

Unlawful surveillance generally involves intentionally using an imaging device to secretly record someone without consent in a place where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as a bathroom.

Document what you remember, including dates and locations. Preserve any related communications or records. You do not need proof to speak with an attorney. A confidential consultation can help you understand your options.

Not necessarily. Many civil cases resolve through settlement without a trial. If testimony becomes necessary, your legal team will prepare you and discuss all options well in advance.