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Can I offer contests that involve social media promotions in New Jersey? What are the requirements?
Based on the documents provided, it is possible to offer contests that involve social media promotions in New Jersey, as long as they meet certain requirements.
Requirements for Contests of Skill
According to NJST 5:19-1, participation in contests of skill in which a participant pays an entry fee for the opportunity to win a monetary prize or something else of value shall not be considered a game of chance, shall not constitute unlawful gambling under the laws of this State, and shall not subject the participant or the sponsor of the contest of skill, or any officer, employee, or agent of the sponsor, to any civil or criminal liability under the laws of this State that prohibit gambling. However, a “contest of skill” shall not include any contest, game, pool, gaming scheme or gaming device in which the outcome depends in a material degree upon an element of chance. A “contest of skill” shall also not include any casino game, any sports wager or sports wagering scheme, or any Internet gaming of any kind.
Social Media Promotions
There are no specific regulations in New Jersey regarding social media promotions. However, if the promotion involves a contest of skill, it must meet the requirements outlined in NJST 5:19-1. Additionally, if the promotion involves an entry fee, it must also comply with the requirements for intrastate offerings in NJAC 13:47A-12A.2.
Other Relevant Regulations
It is important to note that there are other regulations that may be relevant to social media promotions, depending on the specific details of the promotion. For example, advertising regulations outlined in NJAC 13:44G-11.2 require that social workers be able to substantiate the truthfulness of any material, objective assertion or representation set forth in an advertisement. Additionally, regulations regarding the sale and redemption of tickets outlined in NJAC 17:20-6.2 may be relevant if the promotion involves tickets. Finally, regulations regarding the use of coupons in promotions outlined in NJAC 2:48-4.1 may be relevant if the promotion involves coupons.
Conclusion
In summary, it is possible to offer contests that involve social media promotions in New Jersey as long as they meet the requirements for contests of skill and any applicable regulations for intrastate offerings. It is important to consider other relevant regulations depending on the specific details of the promotion.
Jurisdiction
New Jersey