Missouri HB2862 prohibits digital impersonation and provides legal recourse for victims.
Missouri HB2862 prohibits the digital impersonation of a person using synthetic media. It allows individuals to seek preliminary and permanent declaratory relief if they can prove that a digital impersonation was published without their consent. The bill also provides for injunctive relief and damages under certain conditions, such as when the impersonation depicts sexual acts or nudity. Parents or guardians can seek relief on behalf of minors or incapacitated persons. The law aims to protect individuals from digital impersonation while safeguarding free speech and artistic expression.
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