Allen Toussaint Legacy Act (right of publicity and digital replicas)

LA Allen Toussaint Legacy Act
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Creates a heritable, transferable property right in each person's identity for commercial purposes, and makes it a violation to use someone's identity commercially in Louisiana without consent. It also bars using a realistic digital replica of a professional performer to create the impression that the performer is actually playing a fictional role. News, commentary, parody, expressive works, and other listed uses are exempt.

Jurisdiction

Louisiana

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

8/1/2022

Enforcing Authority

Private civil actions

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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