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AI Summary
This Act provides civil and criminal remedies for wrongful disclosure of deep fakes depicting individuals in sexual contexts, with increased penalties for adults creating depictions of minors.
Business Impact
If you create or distribute deep fakes in Delaware, you must ensure compliance with this law by 10/9/24 or face civil and criminal penalties.
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— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
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— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
Delaware's HB353 introduces significant legal measures against the misuse of deep fakes, particularly those depicting nudity or sexual conduct. The law establishes both civil and criminal remedies, focusing on increased penalties for adults creating depictions of minors.
Key Provisions
- Establishes civil and criminal remedies for wrongful disclosure of deep fakes.
- Aligns remedies with the Delaware Uniform Civil Remedies for Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images Act and Violation of Privacy offense under §1335 of Title 11.
- Increases penalties for adults creating deep fakes of minors from misdemeanors to felonies.
Latest Legislative Action
Signed by Governor
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 24)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Brian Pettyjohn R | Primary |
| David L. Wilson | Primary |
| David P. Sokola | Primary |
| Edward S. Osienski | Primary |
| John "Jack" Walsh | Primary |
Roll Call Votes
2/3 ·
Jun 27, 2024
21 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
2/3 ·
May 7, 2024
35 Yea
0 Nay
6 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Ensure compliance with the new regulations on deep fakes.
Who: Businesses and individuals creating or distributing digital content.
Deadline: By 10/9/24
Penalty: Civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance.
Who: Businesses and individuals creating or distributing digital content.
Deadline: By 10/9/24
Penalty: Civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance.
Full Legal Analysis
HB353 amends Titles 10 and 11 of the Delaware Code to address the wrongful disclosure of deep fakes, particularly those that depict individuals in nude or sexual situations. The Act aligns its remedies with existing laws concerning unauthorized disclosure of intimate images and violations of privacy. Notably, it escalates the penalties for adults creating visual depictions of minors in such contexts from misdemeanors to felonies, reflecting a strong stance on protecting minors from exploitation. The bill's provisions are consistent with similar laws in other states that aim to combat the misuse of technology in creating harmful content.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View HB353 on official legislature website →
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