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AI Summary
CA AB621 seeks to amend Section 1708.86 of the Civil Code, addressing issues related to unauthorized use of personal likenesses, including deepfake pornography.
Business Impact
If you use AI for creating digital content, you must ensure compliance with deepfake regulations by January 2024 or face legal penalties.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
Deepfake pornography is a growing concern. AB621 aims to amend existing laws to better address this issue. Stay informed on its provisions and implications at AI Laws by State.
Key Provisions
- Amendments to Section 1708.86 of the Civil Code.
- Specific provisions targeting deepfake pornography.
- Focus on unauthorized likeness use and its implications for digital privacy and consent in California.
Latest Legislative Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 673, Statutes of 2025.
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 28)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Alanis | Coauthor |
| Bauer-Kahan | Author |
| Berman | Author |
| Beth Gaines | Coauthor |
| Bocanegra | Author |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 9)
AB 621 Bauer-Kahan Concurrence in Senate Amendments ·
Sep 11, 2025
79 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
3rd Reading AB621 Bauer-Kahan et al. By Ashby ·
Sep 9, 2025
40 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Do pass ·
Aug 29, 2025
7 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Cease operations enabling deepfake pornography upon receiving notice.
Who: Service providers of deepfake pornography services.
Deadline: Within 30 days of receiving evidence.
Penalty: Presumed liability for facilitating illegal content.
Who: Service providers of deepfake pornography services.
Deadline: Within 30 days of receiving evidence.
Penalty: Presumed liability for facilitating illegal content.
Obtain written consent from depicted individuals for any digitized sexually explicit material.
Who: Creators and distributors of such material.
Deadline: Before creation or disclosure of the material.
Penalty: Liability for damages and potential statutory penalties.
Who: Creators and distributors of such material.
Deadline: Before creation or disclosure of the material.
Penalty: Liability for damages and potential statutory penalties.
Full Legal Analysis
AB621 proposes amendments to Section 1708.86 of the Civil Code, which currently addresses unauthorized use of personal likenesses. The bill includes provisions specifically targeting deepfake pornography, reflecting California's ongoing efforts to adapt legal frameworks to technological advancements. The bill's impact on digital privacy and consent is addressed through its focus on unauthorized likeness use.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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