SF1577

SF1577 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Artificial intelligence generated child sexual abuse material and possession, sale, creation, dissemination, and purchase of child-like sex dolls prohibition provisions

AI Generated Summary

This bill, introduced in the Minnesota Senate as S.F. No. 1577, seeks to enhance public safety laws by prohibiting the creation, possession, sale, dissemination, and purchase of AI-generated child sexual abuse material and childlike sex dolls.

Key Provisions:

AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material
- Expands the definition of "pornographic work" to include AI-generated images depicting minors engaged in sexual conduct.
- Criminalizes the creation, possession, or distribution of such AI-generated content.
Childlike Sex Dolls
- Defines a "childlike sex doll" as an anatomically correct doll, mannequin, or robot intended to resemble a minor for sexual purposes.
- Prohibits possession, dissemination (sale, distribution, etc.), and creation of childlike sex dolls.
- Establishes penalties:
  - Possession: Up to 5 years imprisonment and/or fine up to $5,000.
  - Dissemination: Up to 7 years imprisonment and/or fine up to $10,000.
  - Creation: Up to 10 years imprisonment and/or fine up to $10,000.
  - Enhanced penalties (up to 15 years imprisonment and/or $20,000 fine) for certain aggravated factors, such as prior convictions or use of a minor under 14.
Registration & Sentencing Enhancements
- Adds possession and creation of childlike sex dolls to offenses requiring sex offender registration.
- Mandates conditional release periods (5 or 15 years) for convicted offenders.
Exceptions for Law Enforcement and Professionals**
- Exempts police, court officials, attorneys, and medical/mental health professionals if related to official duties, medical treatment, or education.

Purpose & Impact

This bill aims to protect minors by criminalizing emerging forms of exploitation enabled by AI technology and synthetic materials. It strengthens Minnesota’s laws against sexual offenses involving children and enhances penalties for repeat offenders.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 19, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 19, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Judiciary and Public Safety

Citations

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