What do owners of dating websites/apps have to do in order to stay compliant with the FOSTA SESTA law?
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Answered on April 28, 2020
FOSTA/SESTA created an exception to Section 230 immunity, and therefore online platform operators like dating sites can now be responsible for user...
Can i sue porn site for using my private pictures from instagram?
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Answered on April 22, 2020
You can theoretically sue anyone for anything, but the question is whether it is worth it, and whether you will be successful. If you are the owner...
Is it legal to operate an online casino using play money/virtual currency?
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Answered on April 22, 2020
If the virtual money cannot be cashed out for real money, this is a social casino, and likely does not constitute gambling. In order for gambling...
Is it illegal to see pictures or videos of girls getting wedgies? I know it is a weird question but I do not know.
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Answered on April 21, 2020
If you are an adult and the image depicts an adult, there is no issue. Some pornography is illegal to sell or distribute because it is "obscene"...
Can I do a facebook group sweepstakes type thing?
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Answered on April 21, 2020
Sweepstakes, sometimes called "game promotions" are regulated at the state level, and the laws vary from state to state. Operating an online...
There are a lot of Adult websites( Specifically Porn) Who's content is produced beyond the borders, is this legal?
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Answered on April 17, 2020
Adult entertainment is legal in the U.S. unless it is obscene or involves minors. You might review my AVVO legal guide for adult website operators,...
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What legal requirements do I need to meet for the potential website I want to make?
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Answered on April 17, 2020
Skill gaming laws vary from state to state. Some states have no regulation, while others prohibit certain types of skill games. Any skill gaming...
What's the legality of holding a charity raffle entirely online?
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Answered on April 08, 2020
Raffles are governed by state law, and if allowed, are generally restricted to charitable or civic organizations. Some states have dollar...
Is selling nude photos illegal in Utah?
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Answered on March 31, 2020
Sexually-explicit content depicting adults is presumed to be protected by the First Amendment like all other speech. While obscenity is illegal,...
What should I do if a scam artist is trying to blackmail me?
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Answered on March 31, 2020
These online scams are so commonplace, I would be surprised if the police would expend resources investigating the issue in the middle of a...