Can I offer contests that involve push notifications in Alabama? What are the requirements?

Based on the provided context documents, there are no specific laws or regulations in Alabama that prohibit offering contests that involve push notifications. However, it is important to ensure that the contests comply with general laws and regulations related to contests and promotions.

General Requirements for Contests and Promotions

Contests and promotions must comply with the following general requirements in Alabama:

• No purchase necessary to enter the contest or promotion ^[1.5].
• The contest or promotion must be conducted fairly and impartially ^[1.5].
• The rules of the contest or promotion must be clearly stated and made available to all participants ^[1.5].
• The contest or promotion must not be misleading or deceptive ^[1.5].

Specific Requirements for Contests and Promotions

In addition to the general requirements, there may be specific requirements for certain types of contests or promotions. For example, if the contest involves a lottery or game of chance, it may be subject to additional regulations ^[1.5].

Alabama State Fair Authority

The Alabama State Fair Authority is a state agency responsible for organizing and conducting the annual Alabama State Fair ^[1.2]. The authority is subject to specific regulations regarding the distribution of prize money and the use of funds appropriated to the commission ^[1.3][1.6]. However, these regulations do not apply to contests that do not involve the Alabama State Fair Authority.

Conclusion

Based on the provided context documents, there are no specific laws or regulations in Alabama that prohibit offering contests that involve push notifications. However, it is important to ensure that the contests comply with general laws and regulations related to contests and promotions. The Alabama State Fair Authority is subject to specific regulations regarding the distribution of prize money and the use of funds appropriated to the commission, but these regulations do not apply to contests that do not involve the Alabama State Fair Authority.

Source(s):

• [1.2] Grants to Alabama State Fair Authority - Meetings of commission to consider distribution plan; travel allowances and per diem.
• [1.3] Grants to Alabama State Fair Authority - Payment of appropriation to State Fair Authority; expenditures limited to prizes, etc.; free space for exhibits.
• [1.5] Grants to Alabama State Fair Authority - Appropriations to be used for premiums, rewards, or prizes for exhibits.
• [1.6] Grants to Alabama State Fair Authority - Plan for distribution of prize money at fair; premiums or prizes in excess of annual appropriation.

Jurisdiction

Alabama

• Gaming