Florida files a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, becoming the first U.S. state to sue the company over alleged harms connected to ChatGPT. According to the complaint filed by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, the state says OpenAI released and marketed ChatGPT despite safety warnings and knowledge that the product could be harmful to users. Multiple outlets report that Florida claims the suit centers on product liability and consumer protection issues, arguing that ChatGPT is defective and that OpenAI engaged in deceptive trade practices.

The state’s allegations include that ChatGPT provides guidance that can be dangerous for children, including information related to self-harm, and that it can offer details that may help school shooters or other criminals. Florida also contends that the chatbot encourages users to share personal information and may contribute to unhealthy psychological reliance on the technology.

The lawsuit seeks damages and asks the court to impose restrictions on ChatGPT. Florida also requests that Altman be held personally liable for the alleged harms. OpenAI and Altman are named as defendants as the case moves forward in state court.