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Can you summarize GACO 16-12-27?
Gambling > Advertisement or solicitation for participation in lotteries.
Short Summary
This legal document, found in the Georgia Code under Crimes and Offenses, specifically Offenses Against Public Health and Morals, pertains to the advertisement or solicitation for participation in lotteries. It prohibits any person, partnership, firm, corporation, or other entity from selling, distributing, televising, broadcasting, or disseminating any advertisement or written/printed matter that promotes participation in any lottery declared unlawful by the state laws of Georgia. The advertisement, commercial, or solicitation must include the words ‘void in Georgia’ to be clearly legible or audible. Violation of this code section is considered a misdemeanor offense. No exemptions are mentioned in the document.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person, partnership, firm, corporation, or other entity
What does it govern?
Advertisement or solicitation for participation in lotteries
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Guilty of a misdemeanor
Jurisdiction
Georgia