Senate Bill No. by Senator Barrow amends the Campus Accountability and Safety Act to include the crime of "unlawful deepfake" within the definition of "power-based violence." The bill specifically adds a new definition for "deepfake," describing it as any audio or visual media that is created or manipulated to falsely appear as an authentic record of an individual's speech or conduct. It clarifies that "deepfake" does not encompass materials that are political, of public interest, or newsworthy, provided they include clear disclosures indicating they are not records of real events.

The bill retains existing definitions related to power-based violence, which include various forms of interpersonal violence such as dating violence, domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking. By incorporating "deepfake" into this framework, the legislation aims to address the growing concern over the misuse of technology to manipulate media in ways that can harm individuals and undermine their safety and dignity. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action.

Statutes affected:
SB347 Original: 17:12(5)