Florida became the first state to sue OpenAI on Monday, targeting ChatGPT over safety concerns for children and alleged failure to warn the public about chatbot dangers. The 83-page complaint filed in Florida's 10th Judicial Circuit claims the company built a dangerous product that readily provides harmful information to minors.

Attorney General James Uthmeier accused the ChatGPT maker of negligence and violating state consumer protection laws, stating the company 'chose profit over public safety.' The lawsuit seeks damages that could reach billions of dollars, marking the latest escalation in mounting legal challenges against AI companies over chatbot-related harms.

The case follows Uthmeier's April investigation into whether ChatGPT was used by a shooter in a deadly 2025 Florida State University incident. It also comes after Governor Ron DeSantis's failed attempt to pass sweeping AI legislation last year amid growing voter concerns about technology risks.

This unprecedented state-level action signals increasing regulatory pressure on AI developers, potentially reshaping how companies like OpenAI approach safety protocols and disclosure requirements as policymakers grapple with rapid AI deployment across society.