This bill amends Sections 18-6605 and 18-6606 of the Idaho Code to enhance the legal framework surrounding video voyeurism and the disclosure of explicit synthetic media. In Section 18-6605, the definition of video voyeurism is expanded to include the act of threatening or conspiring to disseminate, publish, or sell images of individuals in compromising situations without their consent. The bill clarifies that a person is guilty of video voyeurism if they intentionally disseminate such images with the intent to annoy or degrade the depicted individual. Additionally, the bill specifies that a violation of this section is classified as a felony.

In Section 18-6606, the bill introduces stricter penalties for disclosing explicit synthetic media, particularly when the identifiable person is under eighteen years of age or if the offender has a prior conviction related to similar offenses. The language now includes provisions that define "explicit synthetic media" and outlines the circumstances under which disclosure is not applicable, such as for lawful criminal investigations or matters of public interest. The bill also declares an emergency, making it effective from July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 18-6605, 18-6606