MS HB1222

Creates civil liability for intentionally disclosing intimate visual material without consent if the material was obtained under circumstances where the depicted person had a reasonable expectation of privacy and the disclosure reveals the person's identity.

Establishes criminal offense under Section 97-29-67 for unlawful disclosure or promotion of intimate visual material, punishable by fine up to $4,000 and/or up to one year in jail.

Awards prevailing claimants in civil suits actual damages including mental anguish, court costs, attorney's fees, and potential exemplary damages; violating court injunctions results in damages of $1,000 per willful violation or $500 per non-willful violation.

Creates crime for minors using computers or electronic devices to produce, transmit, or distribute indecent visual images of themselves or other minors, with jurisdiction in youth court and no sex offender registration requirement.

Provides affirmative defenses including lawful law enforcement or medical purposes, reporting unlawful activity, legal proceedings, voluntary exposure in public settings, and exempts interactive computer services from liability for content provided by others.