Can I offer contests that involve free entry in Vermont? What are the requirements?

Based on the information provided in the context documents, it is possible to offer contests that involve free entry in Vermont. However, there are certain requirements that must be met in order to do so legally.

Requirements for Offering Contests in Vermont

According to VTCR 06-031-003 § 109.01, it is considered an unfair and deceptive trade act and practice in commerce for any person to solicit any other person to engage in any kind of game of skill, contest, sweepstakes, giveaway or other promotion which:

• is deceptive or misleading as to chances of winning, the number of winners, the value of the prizes, or the availability of the prize;
• requires any kind of entry fee, service charge, purchase or similar consideration in order to enter or to continue to remain eligible; or,
• uses publications, literature, written or verbal promotion that is false, deceptive or misleading.

Therefore, in order to offer a contest legally in Vermont, the contest must not be deceptive or misleading, must not require any kind of entry fee or similar consideration, and must not use false or misleading promotions.

Conclusion

It is possible to offer contests that involve free entry in Vermont, as long as the requirements outlined above are met.

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