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SB 483·CT·senate

AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CRIME OF DIGITAL DEFRAUDING.

Signed into LawFiled Mar 11, 2026
Sponsor: John Kissel (R)
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SIGNED BY GOVERNOR

Jun 4, 2026

Summary

The bill makes it illegal to intentionally create and distribute digitally forged photos or voice recordings that appear real when the purpose is to cause financial injury. It applies to anyone who does this without the subject’s consent, with penalties ranging from a misdemeanor to a felony if part of a larger scheme. The law also requires offenders to label the forged material and shields internet service providers from liability if they were unaware of the wrongdoing.

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