AZ HB2489

Creates a new crime of "online impersonation" under Arizona law (A.R.S. 13-2012), making it illegal to use another person's name or persona on social networking sites or internet websites without consent and with intent to harm, harass, defraud, intimidate, or threaten.

Applies to creating web pages on commercial social networking sites or posting messages through internet websites (excluding email and message board programs).

Classifies online impersonation as a class 5 felony.

Provides a defense for employees of social networking sites, internet service providers, telecommunications providers, cable service providers, video service providers, and interactive computer services acting within their employment duties.

Defines key terms including "commercial social networking site," "telecommunications provider," "cable service provider," and "video service provider" for purposes of the statute.