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Can I offer contests that involve email promotions in Pennsylvania? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, it is possible to offer contests that involve email promotions in Pennsylvania. However, there are certain requirements that must be met.

Requirements for Contests and Sweepstakes in Pennsylvania

According to [2], individuals who wish to participate in a contest must provide their name, age, Pennsylvania county, and email address. Additionally, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must be given permission to use photos of the submission.

In terms of alcoholic beverage contests, [3] states that entry forms may be provided through electronic or other media, including point of sale. However, removable entry forms shall not be used on alcoholic beverage labels, containers, packaging, cases, or cartons. The authorized licensee shall provide an alternative means of entry that does not require a visit to a licensed premises.

Advertising Contests in Pennsylvania

There are no specific guidelines for advertising contests in Pennsylvania. However, [1] suggests that businesses should check with the Attorney General’s office in the state(s) where they plan to advertise. Additionally, the Better Business Bureau has voluntary standards for when something can be advertised as “free.”

Conclusion

To offer contests that involve email promotions in Pennsylvania, individuals must provide their name, age, Pennsylvania county, and email address. Additionally, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must be given permission to use photos of the submission. For alcoholic beverage contests, entry forms may be provided through electronic or other media, including point of sale. However, removable entry forms shall not be used on alcoholic beverage labels, containers, packaging, cases, or cartons. The authorized licensee shall provide an alternative means of entry that does not require a visit to a licensed premises. There are no specific guidelines for advertising contests in Pennsylvania, but businesses should check with the Attorney General’s office and the Better Business Bureau for voluntary standards.

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Pennsylvania