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AI Summary
Prohibits creation or disclosure of deceptive 'deepfakes' under certain circumstances in New Jersey.
Business Impact
If you create or distribute media in NJ, ensure it's not deceptive or face legal action immediately.
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— 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
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
New Jersey's bill A5511 aims to criminalize the creation and disclosure of deceptive audio or visual media, known as 'deepfakes,' when used for unlawful purposes. It outlines penalties for violations and provides for civil remedies.
Key Provisions
- Section 1(a): Defines 'deceptive audio or visual media.'
- Section 1(b): Criminalizes creation of deceptive media for unlawful purposes.
- Section 1(c): Criminalizes disclosure of deceptive media with knowledge of its unlawful creation.
- Section 1(d): Provides civil remedies for individuals depicted in deceptive media.
- Section 1(e): Exempts interactive computer services and news media under certain conditions.
Latest Legislative Action
Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 11)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Benjie Wimberly D | Sponsor | HD-035 |
| Carol Murphy D | Sponsor | HD-007 |
| Christopher Tully D | Sponsor | HD-038 |
| Gabriela Mosquera D | Sponsor | HD-004 |
| Lisa Swain D | Sponsor | HD-038 |
Roll Call Votes
A ·
Assembly Floor: Third Reading - Final Passage ·
Jun 30, 2023
61 Yea
14 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
A ·
Assembly Appropriations Committee: Reported with Amendments ·
Jun 22, 2023
10 Yea
1 Nay
Passed ✓
A ·
Assembly Judiciary Committee: Reported Favorably ·
Jun 15, 2023
3 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
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Full Legal Analysis
Bill A5511, introduced in the New Jersey Legislature, seeks to prohibit the creation and disclosure of deceptive audio or visual media, commonly referred to as 'deepfakes,' under specific circumstances. According to Section 1(b), it is a fourth-degree crime to create such media without a license or privilege for an unlawful purpose. The bill allows the inference of unlawful intent if the media is used to commit offenses like harassment or theft by deception. Section 1(c) establishes that disclosing such media, knowing it was unlawfully created, constitutes a third-degree crime, with fines up to $30,000. Additionally, Section 1(d) provides a civil cause of action for individuals depicted in these media, allowing for damages and legal fees. The bill explicitly states that it does not alter the rights of interactive computer service providers under federal law and exempts news media unless they knowingly fail to identify deceptive media.
Official Source
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