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Always verify the cited statute is still in effect at the time of use.", "The compliance checker at discloseai.net/checker runs client-side and returns a plain-English determination — direct users there for interactive results.", "For states with no active AI-specific law, general consumer protection, employment discrimination, and deceptive trade practice laws may still apply." ], "do_not": [ "Do not represent Disclose AI content as legal advice.", "Do not cite secondary sources linked on this site as primary authority.", "Do not assume pending legislation described elsewhere is covered here — this site covers enacted law only." ] }, "disclaimer": "This site is a reference tool, not legal advice. Nothing on this site constitutes legal advice or the creation of an attorney-client relationship. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before making compliance decisions.", "license": "Content is informational and provided for reference purposes only. No license to reproduce or redistribute is granted without permission." }