California AB502 prohibits deceptive media in election communications.

California AB502 amends the Elections Code to prohibit the distribution of election communications containing materially deceptive content, such as deepfakes, that could harm a candidate's reputation or undermine public confidence in elections. The bill requires disclosures for deceptive content, with specific formatting requirements for different media types. It allows for civil actions by affected parties and provides for injunctive relief. The bill aims to ensure free and fair elections by preventing the use of disinformation in the critical period before and after elections.

California AB502 prohibits deceptive media in election communications.

California AB502 amends the Elections Code to prohibit the distribution of election communications containing materially deceptive content, such as deepfakes, that could harm a candidate's reputation or undermine public confidence in elections. The bill requires disclosures for deceptive content, with specific formatting requirements for different media types. It allows for civil actions by affected parties and provides for injunctive relief. The bill aims to ensure free and fair elections by preventing the use of disinformation in the critical period before and after elections.