Deceptive Audio or Visual Media (Deepfake) Law

NJ Deepfake Law
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This 2025 law makes it a crime to create or spread AI-generated or other technically produced deepfakes to commit or further crimes such as harassment, sexual exploitation, or election interference. It also lets victims, including families of deceased victims, sue for damages.

Jurisdiction

New Jersey

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

4/2/2025

Enforcing Authority

County prosecutors and the Attorney General (criminal); private civil action by victims in Superior Court

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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