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Can I offer contests that involve mobile apps in Idaho? What are the requirements?

Contests involving mobile apps in Idaho

Based on the provided documents, there are no specific laws or regulations in Idaho that prohibit offering contests involving mobile apps. However, there are certain requirements that must be met.

To offer a contest in Idaho, the entity must be a non-profit organization with a focus on tourism [1.1]. Additionally, the entity must provide proof of non-profit status, including a State of Idaho Certificate of Incorporation, Articles of Incorporation from the Secretary of State, or a letter of determination from the Internal Revenue Service, and Notice of Employer Identification Number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service [1.1].

If the contest involves a lottery, the state lottery is exempt from the state procurement act [3.1]. Prizes may be claimed for a period of one hundred and eighty (180) days after the drawing in which the prize was won or from the last day tickets from that specific game were sold [3.2]. However, nothing in section 23-928, Idaho Code, authorizes any form of games of chance or private lotteries, except as may be authorized expressly by this chapter in accordance with the Idaho Constitution [3.3].

If the contest involves gaming devices, equipment, or material, the vendor must obtain a vendor’s license from the state lottery commission [2.2]. The vendor must pay an annual nonrefundable license fee of five hundred dollars ($500) [2.2]. Additionally, the vendor must maintain records of all sales to organizations in Idaho for a period of five (5) years [2.2].

If the contest is conducted in partnership with Idaho’s public research universities, Boise State University, Idaho State University, and University of Idaho, it may be eligible for funding through the Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM) Grant Program [1.2]. The program funds commercialization grants supporting University and industry research partnerships for the purpose of enhancing technology transfer and commercialization of research and technologies developed at the Universities to create high-quality jobs and new industries in the private sector in Idaho [1.2].

In summary, there are no specific laws or regulations in Idaho that prohibit offering contests involving mobile apps. However, the entity offering the contest must be a non-profit organization with a focus on tourism and must provide proof of non-profit status. If the contest involves a lottery or gaming devices, equipment, or material, additional requirements must be met. Additionally, the contest may be eligible for funding through the Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM) Grant Program if conducted in partnership with Idaho’s public research universities.

Note that this response is based solely on the provided documents and does not constitute legal advice. It is recommended to consult with a legal professional for specific guidance on offering contests involving mobile apps in Idaho.

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