{ "batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "articles": [ { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c1", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: criminal NCII statute (2C:14-9 c.)", "summary": "N.J.S.A. 2C:14-9(c) (enacted by P.L.2003, c.206) makes disclosing an image of another person's exposed intimate parts or sexual act without consent a third-degree crime.", "body": "N.J.S.A. 2C:14-9(c) (enacted by P.L.2003, c.206) makes disclosing an image of another person's exposed intimate parts or sexual act without consent a third-degree crime.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206) actually says:\n\n“An actor commits a crime of the third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he discloses any photograph, film, videotape, recording or any other reproduction of the image of another person”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2002/PL03/206_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206)", "evidence_quote": "An actor commits a crime of the third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he discloses any photograph, film, videotape, recording or any other reproduction of the image of another person", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "criminal NCII statute (2C:14-9 c.)", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c2", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: fine for disclosure", "summary": "N.J.S.A. 2C:14-9(c), as currently in force (reproduced in S3344 of 2026), allows a fine up to $30,000 for unlawful disclosure.", "body": "N.J.S.A. 2C:14-9(c), as currently in force (reproduced in S3344 of 2026), allows a fine up to $30,000 for unlawful disclosure.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (S3344 text of current 2C:14-9) actually says:\n\n“Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, a fine not to exceed $30,000 may be imposed for a violation of this subsection.”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3344_I1.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (S3344 text of current 2C:14-9)", "evidence_quote": "Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, a fine not to exceed $30,000 may be imposed for a violation of this subsection.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "fine for disclosure", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c3", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: 'disclose' covers Internet sharing", "summary": "The current 2C:14-9 definition of 'disclose' includes making material available via the Internet, whether or not for pecuniary gain.", "body": "The current 2C:14-9 definition of 'disclose' includes making material available via the Internet, whether or not for pecuniary gain.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (S3344 text of current 2C:14-9) actually says:\n\n“make available via the Internet or by any other means, whether for pecuniary gain or not”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3344_I1.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (S3344 text of current 2C:14-9)", "evidence_quote": "make available via the Internet or by any other means, whether for pecuniary gain or not", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "'disclose' covers Internet sharing", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c4", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: civil cause of action (2A:58D-1)", "summary": "N.J.S.A. 2A:58D-1 (P.L.2003, c.206, s.2) lets the depicted person sue the discloser in Superior Court.", "body": "N.J.S.A. 2A:58D-1 (P.L.2003, c.206, s.2) lets the depicted person sue the discloser in Superior Court.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206) actually says:\n\n“shall be liable to that person, who may bring a civil action in the Superior Court”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2002/PL03/206_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206)", "evidence_quote": "shall be liable to that person, who may bring a civil action in the Superior Court", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "civil cause of action (2A:58D-1)", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c5", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: civil damages (2A:58D-1 c.)", "summary": "N.J.S.A. 2A:58D-1(c) allows actual damages of not less than $1,000 liquidated damages per violation, plus punitive damages, attorney's fees and equitable relief.", "body": "N.J.S.A. 2A:58D-1(c) allows actual damages of not less than $1,000 liquidated damages per violation, plus punitive damages, attorney's fees and equitable relief.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206) actually says:\n\n“actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages computed at the rate of $1,000.00 for each violation of this act”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2002/PL03/206_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206)", "evidence_quote": "actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages computed at the rate of $1,000.00 for each violation of this act", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "civil damages (2A:58D-1 c.)", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c6", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: civil attorney fees", "summary": "N.J.S.A. 2A:58D-1(c)(3) allows recovery of reasonable attorney's fees and litigation costs.", "body": "N.J.S.A. 2A:58D-1(c)(3) allows recovery of reasonable attorney's fees and litigation costs.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206) actually says:\n\n“reasonable attorney's fees and other litigation costs reasonably incurred”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2002/PL03/206_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2003, c.206)", "evidence_quote": "reasonable attorney's fees and other litigation costs reasonably incurred", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "civil attorney fees", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c7", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: AI/deepfake criminal offense (2C:21-17.8 b.)", "summary": "P.L.2025, c.40 (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-17.8) makes generating deceptive audio or visual media (deepfakes) to further a crime a third-degree crime.", "body": "P.L.2025, c.40 (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-17.8) makes generating deceptive audio or visual media (deepfakes) to further a crime a third-degree crime.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40) actually says:\n\n“A natural person commits a crime of the third degree if, without license or privilege to do so, the person generates or creates, or causes to be generated or created, a work of deceptive audio or visual media”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/PL25/40_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40)", "evidence_quote": "A natural person commits a crime of the third degree if, without license or privilege to do so, the person generates or creates, or causes to be generated or created, a work of deceptive audio or visual media", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "AI/deepfake criminal offense (2C:21-17.8 b.)", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c8", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: deepfake disclosure offense", "summary": "Under N.J.S.A. 2C:21-17.8(c)(2), knowingly or recklessly disclosing an unlawfully created deepfake is a fourth-degree crime.", "body": "Under N.J.S.A. 2C:21-17.8(c)(2), knowingly or recklessly disclosing an unlawfully created deepfake is a fourth-degree crime.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40) actually says:\n\n“a natural person commits a crime of the fourth degree if, without license or privilege to do so, the person knowingly or recklessly discloses a work of deceptive audio or visual media”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/PL25/40_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40)", "evidence_quote": "a natural person commits a crime of the fourth degree if, without license or privilege to do so, the person knowingly or recklessly discloses a work of deceptive audio or visual media", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "deepfake disclosure offense", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c9", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: deepfake civil action and damages", "summary": "N.J.S.A. 2C:21-17.8(f) gives deepfake victims a Superior Court civil action with at least $1,000 liquidated damages per knowing or reckless violation, punitive damages and attorney fees.", "body": "N.J.S.A. 2C:21-17.8(f) gives deepfake victims a Superior Court civil action with at least $1,000 liquidated damages per knowing or reckless violation, punitive damages and attorney fees.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40) actually says:\n\n“actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages computed at the rate of $1,000 for each knowing or reckless violation”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/PL25/40_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40)", "evidence_quote": "actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages computed at the rate of $1,000 for each knowing or reckless violation", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "deepfake civil action and damages", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c10", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: no conviction needed for civil suit", "summary": "Under P.L.2025, c.40, a criminal conviction is not a prerequisite for the deepfake civil action.", "body": "Under P.L.2025, c.40, a criminal conviction is not a prerequisite for the deepfake civil action.\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40) actually says:\n\n“A conviction for a violation of P.L.2025, c.40 (C.2C:21-17.7 et seq.) shall not be a prerequisite for a civil action brought pursuant to this subsection.”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/PL25/40_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40)", "evidence_quote": "A conviction for a violation of P.L.2025, c.40 (C.2C:21-17.7 et seq.) shall not be a prerequisite for a civil action brought pursuant to this subsection.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "no conviction needed for civil suit", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_c11", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: platform/host takedown duty", "summary": "P.L.2025, c.40 does not impose duties on interactive computer service providers; it expressly does not apply to them where Section 230 treats them as non-publishers (no takedown mandate found).", "body": "P.L.2025, c.40 does not impose duties on interactive computer service providers; it expressly does not apply to them where Section 230 treats them as non-publishers (no takedown mandate found).\n\nWhat New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40) actually says:\n\n“shall not apply to an interactive computer service provider, cloud services provider, or commercial developer or provider of artificial intelligence technology”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/PL25/40_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-23", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey Legislature (P.L.2025, c.40)", "evidence_quote": "shall not apply to an interactive computer service provider, cloud services provider, or commercial developer or provider of artificial intelligence technology", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "platform/host takedown duty", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "NJ", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_q1", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: criminal and civil statute of limitations", "summary": "The statute of limitations for criminal and civil actions regarding invasion of privacy in New Jersey is not specified in the provided text.", "body": "The statute of limitations for criminal and civil actions regarding invasion of privacy in New Jersey is not specified in the provided text.\n\nWhat New Jersey (official) actually says:\n\n“P.L.2003, c.206 (S2366 SCS) CHAPTER 206 An Act concerning invasion of privacy and supplementing chapter 14 of Title 2C and Title 2A of the New Jersey Statutes. Be It Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey: C.2C:14-9 Invasion of privacy, degree of crime; defenses, privileges. 1. a. An actor commits a crime of the fourth degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would know that another may expose intimate parts or may engage in sexual penetration or sexual contact, he observes another person without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed. b. An actor commits a crime of the third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he photographs, films, videotapes, records, or otherwise reproduces in any manner, the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed. c. An actor commits a crime of the third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he discloses any photograph, film, videotape, recording or any other reproduction of the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, unless that person has consented to such disclosure. For purposes of this subsection, \"disclose\" means sell, manufacture, give, provide, lend, trade, mail, deliver, transfer, publish, distribute, circulate, disseminate, present, exhibit, advertise or offer. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, a fine not to exceed $30,000 may be imposed for a violation of this subsection. d. It is an affirmative defense to a crime under this section that: (1) the actor posted or otherwise provided prior notice to the person of the actor's intent to engage in the conduct specified in subsection a., b., or c., and (2) the actor acted with a lawful purpose. e. (1) It shall not be a violation of subsection a. or b. to observe another person in the access way, foyer or entrance to a fitting room or dressing room operated by a retail establishment or to photograph, film, videotape, record or otherwise reproduce the image of such person, if the actor conspicuously posts at the entrance to the fitting room or dressing room prior notice of his intent to make the observations, photographs, films, videotapes, recordings or other reproductions. (2) It shall be a violation of subsection c. to disclose in any manner any such photograph, film, videotape or recording of another person using a fitting room or dressing room except under the following circumstances: (a) to law enforcement officers in connection with a criminal prosecution; (b) pursuant to subpoena or court order for use in a legal proceeding; or (c) to a co-worker, manager or supervisor acting within the scope of his employment. f. It shall be a violation of subsection a. or b. to observe another person in a private dressing stall of a fitting room or dressing room operated by a retail establishment or to photograph, film, videotape, record or otherwise reproduce the image of another person in a private dressing stall of a fitting room or dressing room. g. For purposes of this act, a law enforcement officer, or a corrections officer or guard in a correctional facility or jail, who is engaged in the official performance of his duties shall be deemed to be licensed or privileged to make and to disclose observations, photographs, films, videotapes, recordings or any other reproductions. h. Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:1-8 or any other provisions of law, a conviction arising under subsection b. of this section shall not merge with a conviction under subsection c. of this section, nor shall a conviction under subsection c. merge with a conviction under subsection b. C.2A:58D-1 Invasion of privacy with photographs, films, videotapes, liability, civil action; damages, costs. 2. a. An actor who, without license or privilege to do so, photographs, films, videotapes, records, or otherwise reproduces in any manner, the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed, shall be liable to that person, who may bring a civil action in the Superior Court. b. An actor who, without license or privilege to do so, discloses any photograph, film, videotape, recording or any other reproduction of the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed, shall be liable to that person, who may bring a civil action in the Superior Court. For purposes of this section, \"disclose\" means sell, manufacture, give, provide, lend, trade, mail, deliver, transfer, publish, distribute, circulate, disseminate, present, exhibit, advertise or offer. c. The court may award: (1) actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages computed at the rate of $1,000.00 for each violation of this act; (2) punitive damages upon proof of willful or reckless disregard of the law; (3) reasonable attorney's fees and other litigation costs reasonably incurred; and (4) such other preliminary and equitable relief as the court determines to be appropriate. 3. This act shall take effect immediately. Approved January 8, 2004.”\n\nNote: Quinn (local boss on MCG): full page read, quote checked word-for-word on the page by the program", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2002/PL03/206_.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-24", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey (official)", "evidence_quote": "P.L.2003, c.206 (S2366 SCS) CHAPTER 206 An Act concerning invasion of privacy and supplementing chapter 14 of Title 2C and Title 2A of the New Jersey Statutes. Be It Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey: C.2C:14-9 Invasion of privacy, degree of crime; defenses, privileges. 1. a. An actor commits a crime of the fourth degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would know that another may expose intimate parts or may engage in sexual penetration or sexual contact, he observes another person without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed. b. An actor commits a crime of the third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he photographs, films, videotapes, records, or otherwise reproduces in any manner, the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed. c. An actor commits a crime of the third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he discloses any photograph, film, videotape, recording or any other reproduction of the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, unless that person has consented to such disclosure. For purposes of this subsection, \"disclose\" means sell, manufacture, give, provide, lend, trade, mail, deliver, transfer, publish, distribute, circulate, disseminate, present, exhibit, advertise or offer. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, a fine not to exceed $30,000 may be imposed for a violation of this subsection. d. It is an affirmative defense to a crime under this section that: (1) the actor posted or otherwise provided prior notice to the person of the actor's intent to engage in the conduct specified in subsection a., b., or c., and (2) the actor acted with a lawful purpose. e. (1) It shall not be a violation of subsection a. or b. to observe another person in the access way, foyer or entrance to a fitting room or dressing room operated by a retail establishment or to photograph, film, videotape, record or otherwise reproduce the image of such person, if the actor conspicuously posts at the entrance to the fitting room or dressing room prior notice of his intent to make the observations, photographs, films, videotapes, recordings or other reproductions. (2) It shall be a violation of subsection c. to disclose in any manner any such photograph, film, videotape or recording of another person using a fitting room or dressing room except under the following circumstances: (a) to law enforcement officers in connection with a criminal prosecution; (b) pursuant to subpoena or court order for use in a legal proceeding; or (c) to a co-worker, manager or supervisor acting within the scope of his employment. f. It shall be a violation of subsection a. or b. to observe another person in a private dressing stall of a fitting room or dressing room operated by a retail establishment or to photograph, film, videotape, record or otherwise reproduce the image of another person in a private dressing stall of a fitting room or dressing room. g. For purposes of this act, a law enforcement officer, or a corrections officer or guard in a correctional facility or jail, who is engaged in the official performance of his duties shall be deemed to be licensed or privileged to make and to disclose observations, photographs, films, videotapes, recordings or any other reproductions. h. Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:1-8 or any other provisions of law, a conviction arising under subsection b. of this section shall not merge with a conviction under subsection c. of this section, nor shall a conviction under subsection c. merge with a conviction under subsection b. C.2A:58D-1 Invasion of privacy with photographs, films, videotapes, liability, civil action; damages, costs. 2. a. An actor who, without license or privilege to do so, photographs, films, videotapes, records, or otherwise reproduces in any manner, the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed, shall be liable to that person, who may bring a civil action in the Superior Court. b. An actor who, without license or privilege to do so, discloses any photograph, film, videotape, recording or any other reproduction of the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed, shall be liable to that person, who may bring a civil action in the Superior Court. For purposes of this section, \"disclose\" means sell, manufacture, give, provide, lend, trade, mail, deliver, transfer, publish, distribute, circulate, disseminate, present, exhibit, advertise or offer. c. The court may award: (1) actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages computed at the rate of $1,000.00 for each violation of this act; (2) punitive damages upon proof of willful or reckless disregard of the law; (3) reasonable attorney's fees and other litigation costs reasonably incurred; and (4) such other preliminary and equitable relief as the court determines to be appropriate. 3. This act shall take effect immediately. 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TURNER District 15 (Hunterdon and Mercer) SYNOPSIS ���� Upgrades crime of invasion of privacy under certain circumstances; eliminates presumption of nonimprisonment.� CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT ���� As introduced. �� An Act concerning invasion of privacy and amending P.L.2003, c.206 and N.J.S.2C:44-1. ���� Be It Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey: ���� 1.��� Section 1 of P.L.2003, c.206 (C.2C:14-9) is amended to read as follows:”\n\nNote: Quinn (local boss on MCG): full page read, quote checked word-for-word on the page by the program", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3344_I1.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-24", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey (official)", "evidence_quote": "S3344 SENATE, No. 3344 STATE OF NEW JERSEY 222nd LEGISLATURE � INTRODUCED FEBRUARY 5, 2026 Sponsored by: Senator� SHIRLEY K. TURNER District 15 (Hunterdon and Mercer) SYNOPSIS ���� Upgrades crime of invasion of privacy under certain circumstances; eliminates presumption of nonimprisonment.� CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT ���� As introduced. �� An Act concerning invasion of privacy and amending P.L.2003, c.206 and N.J.S.2C:44-1. ���� Be It Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey: ���� 1.��� Section 1 of P.L.2003, c.206 (C.2C:14-9) is amended to read as follows:", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "criminal and civil statute of limitations", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "New Jersey", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r6709_new_jersey_revenge_porn_and_deepfake_laws_new_jersey_6709_q3", "category": "Safety", "title": "New Jersey: criminal and civil statute of limitations", "summary": "The civil statute of limitations for invasion of privacy in New Jersey is not specified in the provided text.", "body": "The civil statute of limitations for invasion of privacy in New Jersey is not specified in the provided text.\n\nWhat New Jersey (official) actually says:\n\n“An Act concerning invasion of privacy and amending P.L.2003, c.206 and N.J.S.2C:44-1. ���� Be It Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey: ���� 1.��� Section 1 of P.L.2003, c.206 (C.2C:14-9) is amended to read as follows: ���� 1.��� a.� An actor commits a crime of the [ fourth ] third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would know that another may expose intimate parts or may engage in sexual penetration or sexual contact, he observes another person without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed. � The presumption of nonimprisonment set forth in subsection e. of N.J.S.2C:44-1 shall not apply to persons convicted under the provisions of this subsection. ���� b.��� (1)� An actor commits a crime of the [ third ] second degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he photographs, films, videotapes, records, or otherwise reproduces in any manner, the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed.”\n\nNote: Quinn (local boss on MCG): full page read, quote checked word-for-word on the page by the program", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3344_I1.HTM", "last_verified": "2026-10-24", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "New Jersey (official)", "evidence_quote": "An Act concerning invasion of privacy and amending P.L.2003, c.206 and N.J.S.2C:44-1. ���� Be It Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey: ���� 1.��� Section 1 of P.L.2003, c.206 (C.2C:14-9) is amended to read as follows: ���� 1.��� a.� An actor commits a crime of the [ fourth ] third degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would know that another may expose intimate parts or may engage in sexual penetration or sexual contact, he observes another person without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed. � The presumption of nonimprisonment set forth in subsection e. of N.J.S.2C:44-1 shall not apply to persons convicted under the provisions of this subsection. ���� b.��� (1)� An actor commits a crime of the [ third ] second degree if, knowing that he is not licensed or privileged to do so, he photographs, films, videotapes, records, or otherwise reproduces in any manner, the image of another person whose intimate parts are exposed or who is engaged in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact, without that person's consent and under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect to be observed.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "6709-new-jersey-revenge-porn-and-deepfake-laws", "subject": "New Jersey", "topic": "criminal and civil statute of limitations", "applies_to_country": "US", "applies_to_scope": "New Jersey", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us-nj" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } } ] }