MA S1174

Creates new criminal offense for knowingly creating computer-generated child sexual abuse visual material with lascivious intent, punishable by up to 2.5 years in county jail, up to 10 years in state prison, and/or fines between $10,000 and $50,000

Defines "child sexual abuse visual material" to include AI-generated images, digitally altered photos, and other computer-generated content that falsely appears to depict a minor in sexual conduct, sexual excitement, or nudity

Establishes methods for determining whether a depicted child is a minor, including personal testimony, testimony from producers/observers, expert medical testimony, and inspection of visual material

Extends existing laws on knowing purchase or possession of child sexual abuse material (Section 29C) to cover computer-generated content

Sponsored by Senators Paul W. Mark and Joanne M. Comerford, filed January 17, 2025, and referred to the Judiciary Committee