Hawaii SB1156 criminalizes the creation and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes without consent.

Hawaii SB1156 amends Chapter 707 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding a new section that makes the creation and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes a misdemeanor. A "deepfake" is defined as any audio or visual media that falsely appears to be an authentic record of actual speech or conduct. The law exempts material that has political, public interest, or newsworthy value, or that includes clear disclosures indicating it is not a real event. The offense does not apply to activities protected by the First Amendment.

Hawaii SB1156 criminalizes the creation and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes without consent.

Hawaii SB1156 amends Chapter 707 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding a new section that makes the creation and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes a misdemeanor. A "deepfake" is defined as any audio or visual media that falsely appears to be an authentic record of actual speech or conduct. The law exempts material that has political, public interest, or newsworthy value, or that includes clear disclosures indicating it is not a real event. The offense does not apply to activities protected by the First Amendment.