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Can you summarize LAAC Title 42, Part VI, Chapter 5, Section 517?
Rules; Operations > Advertising, Mandatory Signage
Short Summary
This document governs the advertising and mandatory signage requirements for licensees and operators of sports wagering in Louisiana. It prohibits targeted advertisements to individuals who have self-restricted, are excluded, or are otherwise barred from participating in sports wagering. Advertisements and marketing material must not depict minors and cannot be run at primary or secondary schools or sports venues exclusively used for primary or secondary schools. Licensees and operators must ensure that their advertisements do not target prohibited players, persons under the age of 21, or self-restricted or excluded persons. Misrepresentation of winning frequency or extent is also prohibited. Additionally, all advertisements must include a toll-free telephone number for information and referral services regarding compulsive or problem gambling, along with a problem gambling assistance message. The document specifies the requirements for displaying the toll-free telephone number and accompanying letters in different types of advertisements, including exterior print advertisements, print advertisements, radio advertisements, television and video advertisements, and web and social media advertisements. Operators must comply with the provisions of 2927 of Part III of this Title and ensure that all advertising, public relations activities, and marketing campaigns are truthful, disclose conditions or limiting factors, and promote responsible gambling. Advertisements by applicants for a sports wagering license or sports wagering platform provider permit must indicate that their license or permit is pending. Licensees or operators must retain copies of all advertising and marketing materials and make them available to the division upon request.
Whom does it apply to?
Licensees and operators of sports wagering in Louisiana
What does it govern?
Advertising and mandatory signage for sports wagering
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified.
Jurisdiction
Louisiana