Washington · DMCA Takedown
Washington DMCA Takedown Notice
Washington State creators benefit from federal DMCA takedown rights (17 U.S.C. § 512) and Washington's Personality Rights Act (RCW 63.60), which protects use of name, voice, signature, photograph, and likeness. Washington's 2024 AI deepfake law (HB 1129) adds specific protections against non-consensual AI-generated sexually explicit images, with statutory damages up to $10,000 per violation. A DMCA notice combined with a Washington-specific demand letter covers both federal and state grounds.
Washington's 2024 AI deepfake law (HB 1129) makes it illegal to distribute sexually explicit AI-generated images of real people, and provides a private right of action with up to $10,000 statutory damages.
Governing law
17 U.S.C. § 512 (DMCA) + RCW 63.60 (Personality Rights Act) + HB 1129 (2024 AI deepfake law)
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Cites 17 U.S.C. § 512 (DMCA) + RCW 63.60 (Personality Rights Act) + HB 1129 (2024 AI deepfake law). Formatted for USPS Certified Mail. Instant PDF.
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Washington DMCA Takedown FAQs
What are my options if someone shares an AI-generated image of me without consent in Washington?▾
1) Send a DMCA takedown notice to the hosting platform under 17 U.S.C. § 512. 2) If the image is sexually explicit, invoke Washington's HB 1129 (2024), the platform and the poster may be liable for $10,000 statutory damages + attorney's fees. 3) Invoke Washington's Personality Rights Act (RCW 63.60) for unauthorized commercial use of your likeness.
How fast do platforms respond to DMCA notices?▾
Major platforms typically act within 24-72 hours for properly formatted notices sent to their registered DMCA agent. Google Search de-indexes content within a few days. Smaller platforms vary.
What is Washington's Personality Rights Act?▾
RCW 63.60 protects every Washington resident's name, voice, signature, photograph, and likeness against unauthorized commercial use. The right persists for 75 years after death for deceased individuals. Violations allow recovery of actual damages plus profits and attorney's fees.
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