The bill amends section 827.072 of the Florida Statutes to enhance the legal framework surrounding generated child pornography. It explicitly prohibits the creation, downloading, or possession of a photograph or image of a person with the intention of using such material to create generated child pornography. The bill establishes that individuals who engage in these activities will be committing a felony of the third degree, subject to penalties outlined in sections 775.082, 775.083, or 775.084 of the Florida Statutes.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the existing prohibition on knowingly possessing or intentionally viewing generated child pornography remains in effect, with each instance constituting a separate offense. The language has been updated to specify that the previous paragraph designation has changed, and it now includes a provision that exempts materials involved in law enforcement investigations from these prohibitions. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 233 Filed: 827.072