Overview

• Under amendments to the Crimes Act 1900, creating or sharing sexually explicit deepfake images without consent carries up to three years’ jail or fines.
• The updated law extends to AI-generated sexually explicit audio, covering both voice copies and fully synthetic recordings.
• Attorney-General Michael Daley said the reforms close a legislative gap by targeting AI-driven sexual exploitation of women and minors.
• Data from the eSafety Commissioner shows explicit deepfakes have surged 550% since 2019 and underage targets have doubled since 2023.
• NSW’s reforms align its legal framework with other Australian jurisdictions and build on federal and international efforts against deepfake abuse.