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Protecting Against Non-Consensual Intimate Digital Depictions

This new law introduces measures to protect citizens from the distribution of intimate digital images created without their consent, known as "deepfakes." It allows affected individuals to seek damages in court and establishes criminal penalties for those who distribute such content. The aim is to enhance digital security and privacy protection.
Key points
The act allows individuals to sue those who distribute non-consensual intimate digital depictions, with potential for financial compensation or court orders to stop distribution.
Distributing or threatening to distribute such images without consent is a crime, punishable by fines or imprisonment up to 2 years, and up to 10 years in specific cases.
Consent to create an image does not imply consent for its disclosure; consent must be written and clearly describe the depiction.
The law protects individuals under 18, or those who are incapacitated, allowing their guardians to pursue rights on their behalf.
Internet service providers are not liable for content if they act in good faith to restrict access to such images.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1941
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Process start date: 2025-03-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Deepfakes of Intimate Images Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1941.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act allows individuals to sue those who distribute non-consensual intimate digital depictions, with potential for financial compensation or court orders to stop distribution.
  • Distributing or threatening to distribute such images without consent is a crime, punishable by fines or imprisonment up to 2 years, and up to 10 years in specific cases.
  • Consent to create an image does not imply consent for its disclosure; consent must be written and clearly describe the depiction.
  • The law protects individuals under 18, or those who are incapacitated, allowing their guardians to pursue rights on their behalf.
  • Internet service providers are not liable for content if they act in good faith to restrict access to such images.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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