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 intentionally create generated child pornography or engage in the aforementioned 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 unlawful possession or control of generated child pornography includes knowingly viewing various forms of media that contain such material, with each instance considered a separate offense. The amendment also specifies that the prohibitions do not apply to materials involved in law enforcement investigations. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 233 Filed: 827.072