This bill amends New Jersey's laws regarding criminal invasion of privacy and criminal coercion to include nonconsensual pornographic deepfake images. Specifically, it establishes that an individual commits a crime of the fourth degree if they disclose a deepfake image of another person without consent, particularly if the image depicts intimate parts or sexual acts. The bill defines a deepfake as an image, video, or audio recording that appears to realistically depict someone engaging in conduct they did not actually perform, created using advanced technology. The penalties for these offenses include imprisonment for up to 18 months and fines up to $10,000.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that threats to disclose nonconsensual deepfake images fall under the definition of criminal coercion, which is a crime of the fourth degree unless the threat involves a more serious crime. This amendment aims to protect individuals from the harmful effects of deepfake technology and reinforces the legal consequences for those who misuse it. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance privacy protections in the digital age and address the growing concerns surrounding deepfake technology and its potential for abuse.

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Introduced: 2C:14-9