Deepfake Defense: Disputing AI-Generated Evidence in Fraud and Extortion Cases
Artificial intelligence is currently facilitating the manipulation of videos, images, and audio recordings. Deepfake technology can create convincing but completely fake clips of people saying or doing things they never actually did.
In Georgia, lawmakers have primarily focussed on ways to address deepfakes in elections. However, these AI-generated forgeries go beyond the political sphere. Deepfakes are also being used in fraud and extortion cases, leaving victims scrambling to prove their innocence.
How Deepfakes Are Used in Crime
Deepfakes have already been linked to financial fraud, blackmail, and legal disputes. Scammers have used them to impersonate business executives and trick employees into wiring large sums of money. AI-generated voice cloning has also been used to extort unsuspecting individuals, where criminals create fake recordings to pressure victims into paying.
Georgia lawmakers recently introduced House Bill 986 and Senate Bill 392 to crack down on deepfakes used in election fraud. The bills would make it a felony to spread materially deceptive media that could mislead voters, especially within 90 days of an election. However, while these laws focus on politics, deepfake abuse extends far beyond election season.
How to Challenge Deepfake Evidence in Court
Proving that an AI-generated video or audio clip is fake isn’t as simple as just saying, “That’s not me.” If deepfake media is being used against someone in a fraud or extortion case, legal teams must bring in forensic experts to debunk the manipulated content.
Key strategies include:
- Digital forensics: Experts analyze inconsistencies in lighting, facial expressions, and voice modulation to detect AI-generated fakes.
- Chain of custody investigations: If the evidence was altered or obtained illegally, it may be thrown out in court.
- Expert testimony: AI and media specialists explain how deepfakes work and present technical evidence proving that the content is fake.
Hire the Right Experts to Fight Back
Deepfakes are becoming more convincing. That means legal cases involving AI-generated evidence will only become more common. If you or someone you know is facing fraud or extortion charges based on manipulated media, you need to work with a legal team that understands how to challenge deepfake evidence. Contact Morris & Dean, LLC, today to discuss your defense.