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AI Summary
Prohibits non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography, imposing criminal and civil penalties in New Jersey.
Business Impact
If you distribute deepfake media without consent, you must stop or face criminal 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
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What This Means
New Jersey's S976 bill prohibits the non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography, imposing criminal and civil penalties. It amends existing laws to address unauthorized reproduction and distribution of deceptive media.
Key Provisions
- Amends P.L.2003, c.206 to prohibit non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography (Section 1).
- Defines 'deceptive audio or visual media' (Section 1.c.3).
- Imposes a fine up to $30,000 for violations of subsection c.
- Specifies defenses and exceptions for certain disclosures (Section 1.d and 1.e).
- Includes provisions related to fitting rooms or dressing rooms (Section 1.e and 1.f).
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Jon Bramnick R | Sponsor | SD-021 |
| Kristin Corrado R | Sponsor | SD-040 |
| Michael Testa R | Sponsor | SD-001 |
Compliance Checklist
Ensure consent is obtained before creating or distributing deepfake content.
Who: Media producers and distributors
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Fines up to $30,000
Who: Media producers and distributors
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Fines up to $30,000
Review and update policies to comply with new definitions and penalties.
Who: Legal and compliance teams
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Potential legal action and fines
Who: Legal and compliance teams
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Potential legal action and fines
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Full Legal Analysis
Bill S976, introduced in the New Jersey Legislature, aims to prohibit the non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography by amending P.L.2003, c.206. The bill criminalizes the unauthorized reproduction and distribution of images depicting intimate parts or acts without consent. 'Deceptive audio or visual media' is defined as technologically manipulated representations that falsely depict a person's speech or conduct. Violations of subsection c are classified as crimes of the third degree, with fines up to $30,000. The bill includes specific provisions related to the observation and reproduction of images in fitting rooms or dressing rooms, outlining conditions under which such actions are permissible. It also specifies defenses and exceptions, such as actions taken with prior notice and lawful purpose, or disclosures made to law enforcement or under legal compulsion. The bill text does not specify an effective date.
Official Source
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