Element with antistat layer

This invention relates to antistatic layers for imaging elements containing a support, specifically photographic paper, with print or backmark retaining qualities and spliceability. Particularly, this invention relates to polyolefin coated photographic paper supports having an image forming layer and a layer capable of (i) providing antistatic characteristics, (ii) receiving and retaining various types of marking including, printing ink and the like, and (iii) being joined through heat splicing in typical photofinishing equipment. An imaging element comprising: a support; at least one image forming layer; and an antistat layer, wherein said antistat layer comprises: a chlorinated polyolefin and a conductive agent.