Wisconsin Man Faces Felony for AI Generated Fake Nude Image
Wisconsin Man Charged in AI Image Abuse Case
A man from Franklin, Wisconsin, is facing a serious felony charge after being accused of using artificial intelligence to create a fake nude image of a woman. The criminal complaint identifies the man as Kevin Scholz. According to prosecutors, the case highlights a disturbing trend in the misuse of AI technology for harassment and personal violation.
The Details of the Allegation
Authorities allege that Scholz took a photograph from a woman's social media profile and utilized an AI tool to digitally remove her clothing, thereby creating a realistic but fake intimate image. The complaint further states that after generating the manipulated photo, Scholz sent it directly to the victim, an act that led to the subsequent investigation and charges.
Legal Consequences and Charges
As a result of these actions, Scholz has been formally charged with two offenses: capturing an intimate representation without consent, which is a felony, and disorderly conduct. This case represents a significant legal response to the growing problem of AI-generated deepfakes and non-consensual imagery, applying existing laws to new forms of technological abuse.
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