BCI warns of surge in AI‑generated child exploitation; lawmakers debate penalties, training and tech funding
The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation told lawmakers AI tools have accelerated creation and spread of child sexual abuse material and deepfakes, complicating investigations. Law enforcement urged more training, technology investment and stiffer penalties while members debated civil damages, geofencing and judicial education.
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State investigators briefed the Protection and Victim Services Committee on how generative AI is changing child exploitation investigations, presenting local case examples, statewide tip statistics and recommendations for funding and legal changes.
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