Use of Deep Fake Technology to Influence an Election (Minn. Stat. § 609.771)
HF 1370 / SF 1394 (signed May 26, 2023 — Gov. Walz); amended 2024 (HF 4772)
- Effective date
- Aug 1, 2023
- Enforcement
- Minnesota AG; county/city attorneys; private right of action for injunctive relief
- Scope
- Wide dissemination of a deepfake within 90 days of an election with knowledge of falsity and intent to harm a candidate. No disclaimer cures liability.
- Maximum penalty
- Up to $100,000 civil penalty (intimate image component); misdemeanor to felony depending on circumstances; forfeiture of candidacy for violating candidates.