A bill which would make protesting outside someone's home an offence - even if the protest is peaceful - passed its first reading in parliament last week.
Its purpose is to protect people's privacy - because apparently such protests are increasing in frequency, targeting people like MPs, judges, and other people filling public roles.
Protesters could face up to three months in prison, or a $2,000 fine.
Professor Andrew Geddis from the University of Otago's faculty of law joins Emile Donovan to discuss the balance between free speech and privacy.
Christchurch protestors against pay-equity cuts in the government budget. Photo: Nathan McKinnon/RNZ
