MS Election Deepfakes Act
Mississippi Wrongful Dissemination of Digitizations Act (SB 2577)
Criminalizes dissemination of election deepfakes without consent within 90 days of election with intent to injure candidates, influence results, or deter voting. Escalating penalties from 1 year/$5,000 to 5 years/$10,000 for repeat offenders or intent to incite violence. Private right of action for candidates and political parties.
Jurisdiction
Mississippi
Enacted
Apr 30, 2024
Effective
Jul 1, 2024
Enforcement
District attorneys; Mississippi courts
Approved by Governor April 30, 2024
Mississippi LegislatureWhy It Matters
Criminalizes election deepfakes with meaningful penalties. Private right of action enables civil litigation by affected candidates and parties.
Recent Developments
Part of wave of state election deepfake laws enacted in 2024. Focuses on intent requirement and 90-day election window.
At a Glance
Applies to
Harms addressed
Who Must Comply
- Any person disseminating deepfakes in Mississippi elections
- Political communications using digitally altered media
Obligations fall on:
Safety Provisions
- Prohibition on election deepfakes within 90 days of election
- Criminal penalties for knowing dissemination without consent
- Enhanced penalties for repeat offenders
- Enhanced penalties for intent to incite violence or deter voting
- Private right of action for candidates, political parties, depicted individuals
Compliance & Enforcement
Key Dates
Jul 1, 2024
All provisions take effect
Penalties
$10K; criminal (up to 5yr)
Private Right of Action
Individuals can sue directly without waiting for regulatory action.
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Mississippi
Focus Areas
General regulation
Cite This
APA
Mississippi. (2024). Mississippi Wrongful Dissemination of Digitizations Act (SB 2577).
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Last updated January 22, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.