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IN SB0243
Bill
AI Summary
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Creates the criminal offense of "distribution of an intimate image" (commonly known as revenge porn) effective July 1, 2019
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Defines "intimate image" as photographs, digital images, or videos depicting sexual intercourse, sexual conduct, or exhibition of uncovered buttocks, genitals, or female breast
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Classifies the offense as a Class A misdemeanor, elevated to a Level 6 felony for repeat offenders with prior convictions under this section
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Exempts distribution done to report crimes, for criminal investigations, under court orders, or to password-protected personal storage/backup locations
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Defines "distribute" broadly to include transfer via any medium, forum, telecommunications device, network, or internet website/application
Legislative Description
Nonconsensual pornography. Defines "intimate image" and provides that a person who: (1) knows that an individual does not consent to the distribution of an intimate image of the individual; and (2) distributes the intimate image on the Internet; commits internet distribution of an intimate image, a Class A misdemeanor. Increases the penalty to a Level 6 felony for a second or subsequent offense.
Last Action
Public Law 185
5/2/2019