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MS SB2121

Bill

Status

Passed

4/16/2021

Primary Sponsor

Joey Fillingane

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Criminalizes non-consensual disclosure of intimate visual material (nude images or sexual conduct) when done with intent to harm and the depicted person had a reasonable expectation of privacy

  • Makes it illegal to threaten disclosure of intimate images to obtain a benefit, such as extortion or coercion

  • Prohibits knowingly promoting such material on websites or forums owned or operated by the offender

  • First offense is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in jail and/or $1,000 fine; second or subsequent offenses and any offense committed for financial profit are felonies punishable by up to 1 year imprisonment and/or $2,000 fine

  • Provides affirmative defenses for law enforcement, medical treatment, reporting unlawful activity, legal proceedings, and voluntary public exposure; exempts internet service providers and similar platforms from liability for user-provided content

Legislative Description

Intimate visual material; criminalize disclosure of.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/16/2021

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B2/26/2021
Judiciary, Division B1/8/2021

Full Bill Text

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