Synthetic Media and Deceptive and Fraudulent Deepfakes in Elections

NH Election Deepfake Disclosure Law
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Bars distributing AI-generated deepfakes of candidates, election officials or parties within 90 days of an election unless the media carries a prescribed disclosure that it was manipulated or generated by AI and depicts speech or conduct that did not occur. Depicted candidates and officials may sue for injunctive relief and damages.

Jurisdiction

New Hampshire

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

8/1/2024

Enforcing Authority

Depicted candidates and election officials through civil suits

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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