Social Democratic and Labour Party assembly member Cara Hunter has campaigned for such a change in the law after she was targeted in a deepfake video.
The East Londonderry MLA’s face was digitally superimposed on to the face of another person.
The video was circulated widely on WhatsApp and social media in the run up to the 2022 Stormont elections but the person responsible was never identified.
“These fake images can ruin lives,” Hunter said.
“Victims often have to put up with images being shared widely online and this is an incredibly dehumanising and humiliating experience that can impact jobs, relationships and day-to-day life, leading to mental and other health problems.
“I strongly welcome this public consultation that must lead to serious consequences for anyone involved in the creation and sharing of sexual deepfake images.”
Hunter stressed the need for victim-centred legislation and urged the public to respond to the consultation.