Sec. 13.
(1) A person shall not do any of the following:
(a) Except as otherwise provided in section 3, offer a fantasy contest in this state unless the person is licensed by the board.
(b) Knowingly make a false statement on an application for a license to be issued under this act.
(c) Knowingly provide false testimony to the board or any authorized representative of the board while under oath.
(2) The board shall not issue a license under this act to a person that violates subsection (1).
(3) A person who violates subsection (1)(a) is guilty of a crime as follows:
(a) For the first or second violation, the person is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 1 year or a fine of not more than $10,000.00, or both.
(b) For a third or subsequent violation, the person is guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 5 years or a fine of not more than $50,000.00, or both.
(4) The board may issue a cease and desist order and obtain injunctive relief against a person that violates this act.
History: 2019, Act 157, Imd. Eff. Dec. 20, 2019
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Act 157 of 2019 - Fantasy Contests Consumer Protection Act (432.501 - 432.516)
Section 432.501 - Short Title.
Section 432.502 - Definitions.
Section 432.503 - Fantasy Contest Operator License; Exception; Application; Fee.
Section 432.504 - Fantasy Contest Procedures and Internal Controls; Board Approval; Confidentiality.
Section 432.505 - Independent Audit.
Section 432.506 - Minor Participation; Prohibit.
Section 432.507 - Use of Script; False, Deceptive, or Misleading Advertising; Prohibit.
Section 432.508 - Offering of Fantasy Contest; Location Limitations; Exception.
Section 432.511 - Maintenance, Retention, and Organization of Records; Confidentiality.
Section 432.512 - Suspension, Revocation, or Restriction of License; Violation; Fines.
Section 432.513 - Prohibited Conduct; Violation; Crime; Penalties.