This bill amends New Jersey law to address the growing issue of nonconsensual pornographic deepfake images and threats. It establishes that an individual commits a crime of the fourth degree if they disclose a nonconsensual pornographic deepfake image based on another person's likeness, with penalties including imprisonment for up to 18 months and fines up to $10,000. The bill defines a deepfake as an image, video, or audio recording that appears to realistically depict a person’s actions or speech, created using advanced technology. Additionally, it clarifies that the nonconsensual reproduction of actual or deepfake images of individuals engaged in sexual acts or with exposed intimate parts is also a crime, with varying degrees of severity based on the circumstances.

Furthermore, the bill expands the definition of criminal coercion to include threats to disclose nonconsensual pornographic deepfake images, thereby enhancing protections against such coercive tactics. The amendments aim to strengthen legal recourse for victims of privacy invasions and ensure that perpetrators face appropriate consequences for their actions. Overall, this legislation seeks to modernize and fortify existing laws to better protect individuals from the misuse of technology in the context of privacy and consent.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2C:14-9