The bill amends existing laws regarding impersonation and identity fraud by introducing new definitions and clarifying existing terms. It adds definitions for "digital forgery," which involves the generation, creation, or distribution of a forged digital likeness of a person or entity intended to facilitate fraud, and "forged digital likeness," which refers to a computer-generated visual representation or audio recording of an identifiable individual that is likely to deceive others and created without the individual's consent. The bill also defines "elderly adult" as a person sixty years of age or older and expands the definition of "means of identification" to include data unique to both individuals and entities.
Additionally, the bill specifies unlawful actions related to identity fraud, including knowingly producing or transferring false identification documents, possessing identification documents with intent to use unlawfully, impersonating individuals or entities with fraudulent intent, and engaging in digital forgery. It outlines exceptions for constitutionally protected activities, law enforcement officers performing their official duties, technology providers involved in creating visual or audio representations, and activities protected by state or federal law. The act is designed to enhance protections against identity fraud and digital forgery, thereby safeguarding individuals and businesses from potential harm. The bill will take effect upon passage.