Bill > S2544

This bill establishes criminal penalties for the production or dissemination of deceptive audio or visual media, commonly known as "deepfakes." It defines "deceptive audio or visual media" as any media that appears to realistically depict a person who did not actually engage in the speech, conduct, or writing shown. The bill criminalizes the creation, solicitation, or disclosure of such deceptive media with the intent to commit a crime, and allows civil lawsuits by victims. The bill provides exceptions for fair use, news reporting, and certain service providers. It also imposes fines and prevents the merging of convictions under the law with other underlying offenses.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2544