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Introduced
04/12/2017
04/12/2017
In Committee
04/12/2017
04/12/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/01/2017
12/01/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibits the dissemination of any indecent image of another person without authorization for the purpose of harassing, intimidating, threatening another person.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the dissemination of any indecent image of another person without authorization, with the purpose of harassing, intimidating, or threatening the depicted person. It defines key terms like "disseminate," "imaging device," and "intimate areas," and establishes penalties for violations, including imprisonment and fines. The bill also provides exemptions for lawful purposes, public proceedings, and matters of public concern. Additionally, it specifies that the law applies if any element of the offense or harm to the depicted person occurs in the state, and it does not impose liability on certain online service providers for content posted by others.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Scheduled for consideration (06/30/2017) (on 06/28/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| BillText | http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/BillText17/SenateText17/S0765.pdf |
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