In one paragraph
Utah requires election communications containing synthetic media (audio, images or video substantially produced by generative AI) to carry set disclosures such as 'Contains content generated by AI', with a civil penalty of up to $1,000 per violation. The act also lets the intentional or knowing use and material assistance of an AI system in a crime be treated as an aggravating factor. The election rules took effect May 1, 2024; the sentencing provision took effect July 1, 2024.
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What it means for business
If you produce Utah political ads or campaign content with generative AI, you must include the prescribed AI disclosures.
Key provisions
- Disclosures required on election communications with AI-generated synthetic media (Utah Code 20A-11-1104)
- Audio must say 'Contains content generated by AI' at the start and end; visual media must display a disclosure throughout
- Civil penalty of up to $1,000 per violation in an action against the creator or sponsor
- Intentional or knowing use and material assistance of an AI system in committing or facilitating a crime may be an aggravating factor (76-3-203.18, effective July 1, 2024)
Latest legislative action
Mar 13, 2024. Governor Signed
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