SB 154
Prohibiting digital manipulation of sexually explicit content including minors
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 154 aims to criminalize the digital manipulation of sexually explicit media by inserting the image of a minor to falsely depict them as involved in such conduct. The bill creates a new felony offense specifically targeting this type of alteration, defining ‘actual minor’ and establishing penalties of up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. It emphasizes that this offense is separate from other existing crimes related to sexually explicit material. This legislation seeks to protect minors from exploitation through deceptive imagery.
Key provisions
- Creates a new felony offense for digitally manipulating sexually explicit media.
- Specifically prohibits inserting an image of a minor into such content.
- Defines ‘actual minor’ as a person under 18 whose image is used.
- Establishes a maximum sentence of five years imprisonment and a $10,000 fine.
- States that this offense is distinct from other related crimes.
- Addresses the modification of photographs, images, video clips, movies, or recordings.
- Requires the alteration to create the appearance of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
Who is affected
- Minors
- Individuals who create or distribute sexually explicit media
- Law enforcement
- The justice system
- Parents and guardians
Notable changes
- Introduces a new criminal offense specifically targeting digital manipulation of sexually explicit media involving minors.
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