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AI Summary
Criminalizes the creation and distribution of deceptive media, known as 'deepfakes,' in New Jersey.
Business Impact
If you create or share deepfakes in NJ, you must label them or face fines up to $30,000.
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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
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
This bill introduces criminal penalties for the creation and dissemination of 'deepfakes' in New Jersey. It defines deceptive media and outlines unlawful purposes.
Key Provisions
- Defines 'deceptive audio or visual media' and criminalizes its creation for unlawful purposes.
- Establishes third-degree criminal penalties for creating or distributing deepfakes.
Latest Legislative Action
Substituted by A3540 (ACS/2R)
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 6)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Carmen Amato R | Sponsor | SD-009 |
| Jon Bramnick R | Sponsor | SD-021 |
| Kristin Corrado R | Sponsor | SD-040 |
| Nicholas Scutari D | Sponsor | SD-022 |
| Paul Moriarty D | Sponsor | SD-004 |
Roll Call Votes
S ·
Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee: Reported with Substitution ·
Jun 24, 2024
12 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate Law and Public Safety Committee: Reported with Amendments ·
Mar 7, 2024
5 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Label any deepfake media clearly if disclosed.
Who: Anyone distributing deepfake media
Deadline: Immediately upon distribution
Penalty: Fine up to $30,000
Who: Anyone distributing deepfake media
Deadline: Immediately upon distribution
Penalty: Fine up to $30,000
Avoid creating deepfakes for unlawful purposes.
Who: Anyone creating deepfake media
Deadline: Immediately
Penalty: Third-degree criminal charges
Who: Anyone creating deepfake media
Deadline: Immediately
Penalty: Third-degree criminal charges
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