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Can you summarize Bpc Code CACL 17539.1?
Particular Offenses [17530. - 17539.6.] >
Short Summary
This section of the California Business and Professions Code governs the unfair acts or practices in the operation of contests or sweepstakes. It prohibits various unfair acts or omissions, including the failure to disclose important information to contestants, misrepresenting odds or rules, and misrepresenting the nature and value of prizes. It also prohibits using certain language or methods to create an advantage for certain participants. Additionally, it addresses the use of electronic video monitors for gambling-themed games in business establishments. The section defines sweepstakes as procedures for the distribution, donation, or sale of anything of value by lot, chance, predetermined selection, or random selection. It clarifies that this section does not apply to certain regulated advertising plans or programs, game promotions or sweepstakes conducted by for-profit commercial entities on a limited basis, or activities that are unlawful under other laws. The section does not specify penalties for non-compliance or violation.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person involved in the operation of contests or sweepstakes
What does it govern?
Unfair acts or practices in the operation of contests or sweepstakes
What are exemptions?
This section does not apply to an advertising plan or program that is regulated by, and complies with, the requirements of Section 17537.1. It also does not apply to game promotions or sweepstakes conducted by for-profit commercial entities on a limited and occasional basis as an advertising and marketing tool that are incidental to substantial bona fide sales of consumer products or services and that are not intended to provide a vehicle for the establishment of places of ongoing gambling or gaming. It does not apply to activities that are unlawful pursuant to other laws, including specific sections of the Penal Code.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified.
Jurisdiction
California