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

Offering Contests with Non-Cash Prizes in Georgia

Yes, it is possible to offer contests that involve non-cash prizes in Georgia. However, any person who offers a gift, prize, award, or other item, or any other promotional contest or giveaway in connection with the sale or offer to sell of time-share intervals under this article must comply with all of the provisions of paragraph (16) of subsection (b) of Code Section 10-1-393, relating to promotional contests and giveaways in general [1.1].

According to Georgia Code, a promotional or giveaway contest which conforms with the qualifications of a lawful promotion specified in paragraph (16) of subsection (b) of Code Section 10-1-393 shall not be a lottery [2.1]. However, all promotions or promotional contests involving an element of chance in the distribution of prizes, gifts, awards, or other items which otherwise meet the definition of a “lottery” in this article shall be included within the definition of the term “lottery” for purposes of this article, unless specifically exempted by some other statute or law [2.1].

There are no specific requirements mentioned in the Georgia Code for contests that involve non-cash prizes. However, it is important to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to taxes and consumer protection.

Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations that operate raffles must be licensed by the sheriff of the county in which the organization is located. The license described in this subsection is in addition to and not in lieu of any other licenses which may be required by this state or any political subdivision thereof, and no raffle shall be operated until such time as all requisite licenses have been obtained [2.2].

In summary, it is possible to offer contests that involve non-cash prizes in Georgia, but it is important to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to taxes and consumer protection. Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations that operate raffles must be licensed by the sheriff of the county in which the organization is located [1.1][2.1][2.2].

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Georgia, Georgia