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AI Summary
NJ S1159 prohibits non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography, imposing penalties. Full bill text is needed to confirm details on definitions, penalties, exceptions, or defenses.
Business Impact
If you distribute media, ensure consent for deepfake content to avoid 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
NJ S1159 addresses deepfake pornography by prohibiting its non-consensual disclosure. The bill imposes penalties for violations, but full bill text is needed to confirm details on definitions, penalties, exceptions, or defenses.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography.
- Establishes criminal and civil penalties for violations. Full bill text is needed to confirm details on definitions, penalties, exceptions, or defenses.
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 10)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Bramnick, Jon M. | Primary |
| Corrado, Kristin M. | Primary |
| Greenstein, Linda R. | Primary |
| Holzapfel, James W. | Primary |
| Mukherji, Raj D | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Ensure all digital content involving individuals has their consent, especially if it involves deepfake technology.
Who: Content creators and distributors in New Jersey.
Penalty: Fines up to $30,000 and potential criminal charges.
Who: Content creators and distributors in New Jersey.
Penalty: Fines up to $30,000 and potential criminal charges.
Implement internal policies to verify consent for any media that could be classified as deepfake.
Who: Businesses and organizations producing digital content.
Penalty: Legal repercussions including civil and criminal penalties.
Who: Businesses and organizations producing digital content.
Penalty: Legal repercussions including civil and criminal penalties.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
New Jersey Senate Bill S1159 seeks to prohibit the non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography. The bill introduces both criminal and civil penalties for violations. The specific definitions of terms such as 'deepfake pornography' require the full bill text for confirmation. Additionally, the bill text is necessary to verify the nature and severity of the penalties, as well as any exceptions or defenses that may be included. This analysis is based on the official description and not the full bill text, which is needed for complete accuracy.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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