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Can I offer contests that involve non-cash prizes in Florida? What are the requirements?

Contests with Non-Cash Prizes in Florida

Based on the context documents, it appears that contests involving non-cash prizes are not regulated by the Florida Lottery [1.1]. However, there may be other state or federal laws that apply to such contests. Here are some relevant points to consider:

  • The Florida Lottery is responsible for regulating lotteries and games of chance that involve cash prizes [1.1][2.1].
  • The Florida Lottery has established rules for verifying the validity of winning tickets and paying out prizes [1.1][2.1].
  • The rules specify that prizes may not be paid for tickets that are stolen, counterfeit, altered, fraudulent, unissued, produced or issued in error, unreadable, not received or not recorded by the department by applicable deadlines, lacking in captions that confirm and agree with the lottery play symbols as appropriate to the lottery game involved, or not in compliance with such additional specific rules and public or confidential validation and security tests of the department appropriate to the particular lottery game involved [1.1].
  • The rules also specify that no prize shall be paid upon a ticket purchased or sold in violation of this act or to any person who is prohibited from purchasing a lottery ticket pursuant to this act [1.1].

Other Laws and Regulations

There may be other state or federal laws that apply to contests involving non-cash prizes, such as consumer protection laws or tax laws [1.2]. For example, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has guidelines for sweepstakes and other promotions that involve prizes [1.2]. These guidelines require that sweepstakes be conducted fairly and that participants be given clear and conspicuous disclosures about the terms and conditions of the promotion [1.2]. The guidelines also require that sponsors of sweepstakes not require participants to pay money or purchase goods or services in order to enter or win [1.2]. Additionally, there may be state laws that regulate contests and sweepstakes, such as registration or bonding requirements [1.2].

It is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that your contest complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

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Florida