HB514

Criminalize use of real and digitally fabricated sexually explicit images

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Montana HB514 criminalizes the use of real and digitally fabricated sexually explicit images.

Montana HB514 amends the state's privacy in communications law to include the use of real or digitally fabricated sexually explicit images. The bill makes it a crime to knowingly or purposely publish, distribute, or disclose such images without consent. The offense is punishable by fines and imprisonment, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses. The law also defines "digitally fabricated" as media created using technical means to misrepresent an individual engaging in conduct they did not participate in.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

50 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 18, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Finance and Claims Hearing

Apr 1, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 19, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 13, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

May 7, 2025

House

(H) Transmitted to Governor