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NJ S976: Prohibits deepfake pornography and imposes criminal and civil penalties for non-consensual disclosure.

Dead/Failed New Jersey · 2024–2025 session

Last verified May 1, 2026 · official bill text

S976 · where it stands

This bill did not become law (dead/failed) · last action Jan 9, 2024.

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In one paragraph

Prohibits non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography, imposing criminal and civil penalties in New Jersey.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

If you distribute deepfake media without consent, you must stop or face criminal penalties.

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

  1. Amends P.L.2003, c.206 to prohibit non-consensual disclosure of deepfake pornography (Section 1).
  2. Defines 'deceptive audio or visual media' (Section 1.c.3).
  3. Imposes a fine up to $30,000 for violations of subsection c.
  4. Specifies defenses and exceptions for certain disclosures (Section 1.d and 1.e).
  5. Includes provisions related to fitting rooms or dressing rooms (Section 1.e and 1.f).

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
  • 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

Latest legislative action

Jan 9, 2024. Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

Full 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.

Sponsors

NameRoleDistrict
R Sponsor SD-021
R Sponsor SD-040
R Sponsor SD-001

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Topics and industries

Related topics

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Affected industries

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