This bill aims to enhance public safety by prohibiting the creation, possession, sale, and dissemination of artificial intelligence-generated child sexual abuse material and child-like sex dolls. It amends existing Minnesota statutes to include new definitions and penalties related to these offenses. Specifically, it introduces provisions that classify the possession of child-like sex dolls and the creation of such dolls as felonies, with varying penalties based on prior offenses and the age of the depicted minor. The bill also establishes a requirement for individuals convicted of these offenses to register as predatory offenders.

Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "pornographic work" to include materials generated by artificial intelligence that depict individuals indistinguishable from actual minors engaging in sexual conduct. It outlines strict penalties for disseminating or possessing child-like sex dolls, with increased sentences for repeat offenders or those involving minors under the age of 14. The legislation emphasizes that consent from a minor or their guardians is not a valid defense against charges related to the creation of child-like sex dolls, thereby reinforcing the legal framework against child exploitation.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 243.166, 609.2325, 253B.185, 526.10, 617.246