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Can I offer contests that involve text message promotions in Utah? What are the requirements?
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Requirements for Text Message Promotions in Utah
Based on the provided documents, there are no specific requirements for text message promotions in Utah. However, there is a law that prohibits the misrepresentation of call or text communication identification [2.1]. This law makes it unlawful for any person or individual, in connection with any telecommunications service or VoIP voice service, to knowingly cause any caller identification service or text message service to transmit false, misleading, or inaccurate caller or text message identification information. Violations of this law may result in a class C misdemeanor for a first violation and a class B misdemeanor for a second or subsequent violation.
Requirements for Contests in Utah
If you plan to offer contests in Utah, you must obtain a COR from the Division of Wildlife Resources [1.1][1.2][1.3][1.4]. Additionally, there are specific requirements for different types of contests. For example, if you plan to offer professional boxing contests or exhibitions, you must pay a license fee determined by the commission and established in rule [3.1][4.1][3.2].
Conclusion
There are no specific requirements for text message promotions in Utah, but there is a law that prohibits the misrepresentation of call or text communication identification. If you plan to offer contests in Utah, you must obtain a COR from the Division of Wildlife Resources and follow the specific requirements outlined in the relevant documents.
Source(s):
- [1.1] Requirements for Certified Fishing Contests.
- [1.2] Requirements for Tagged Fish Contests.
- [1.3] Requirements for Type I Fishing Contests for Cold Water Fish Species.
- [2.1] Misrepresentation of call or text communication identification. (Effective 5/12/2015)
- [3.1] Contests. (Effective 7/1/2022)
- [4.1] Contests. (Renumbered 7/1/2022)
- [3.2] Additional fees for license of promoter – Dedicated credits – Promotion of contests – Annual exemption of showcase event. (Effective 7/1/2022)
- [1.4] Certificate of Registration (COR) and General Requirements.
Jurisdiction
Utah