WV HB5516: Relating to criminalizing the use of deep fakes

In one paragraph

This bill prohibits the use of deep fake images for invading privacy and unlawfully depicting minors in explicit conduct, establishing criminal penalties.

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What it means for business

If you use AI to create or distribute images, you must ensure compliance with privacy laws or face criminal penalties.

What this means

House Bill 5516 aims to criminalize the use of deep fake images for privacy invasion and the unlawful depiction of minors. It establishes clear definitions and penalties for violations, impacting individuals and organizations that utilize AI-generated content. Compliance is crucial to avoid severe legal consequences.

Key provisions

1. 1Prohibits the use of deep fake images for nonconsensual disclosure of private intimate images.
2. 2Establishes criminal penalties for unlawful depiction of minors in sexually explicit conduct.
3. 3Defines key terms such as 'deep fake' and 'intimate parts' for clarity in enforcement.
4. 4Exempts disclosures made with consent or for lawful reporting of illegal conduct.
5. 5Clarifies that service providers are not liable for user-generated content.

Compliance checklist

• Ensure no deep fake images are used without consent, especially involving minors. Who: Content creators and distributors. Deadline: Immediately upon enactment. Penalty: Misdemeanor or felony charges depending on the violation.
• Review and update content policies to align with new definitions and prohibitions. Who: Businesses and organizations using AI for image generation. Deadline: Immediately upon enactment. Penalty: Potential legal consequences for non-compliance.

Latest legislative action

Feb 28, 2024. To Judiciary

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Amendments (1)

• hb5516 h ai am _1-2-14 Not adopted 2024-01-02