Maryland · SB8 · 2026 session
Criminal Law - Identity Fraud - Artificial Intelligence and Deepfake Representations
EnactedApproved by the Governor - Chapter 445 · May 12, 2026
In plain language
Makes it a crime to use certain personal identifying information or an artificial intelligence-generated deepfake to cause physical injury, serious emotional distress, or economic harm to another person. Violators face up to 5 years in prison and a $10,000 fine when one victim is involved, rising to 10 years and $15,000 for two or more victims.
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Legislative history
14 actions · newest first- May 12, 2026SenateApproved by the Governor - Chapter 445
- Apr 10, 2026SenateReturned Passed
- Apr 10, 2026HouseThird Reading Passed (132-0)
- Apr 8, 2026HouseFavorable Adopted Second Reading Passed
- Apr 8, 2026HouseFavorable Report by Judiciary
- Mar 26, 2026HouseHearing 3/31 at 1:00 p.m.