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FEDERAL SWEEPSTAKES LAW

The law strictly prohibits these false representations in sweepstakes promotions:

  • That the recipient is a "winner"
  • That the recipient must order to enter
  • That an entry must be sent in with payment
  • That the recipient must make a purchase to receive future sweepstakes mailings
  • A fake check, unless marked as non-negotiable and has no cash value
  • Any seal, name or term that implies federal government endorsement

 

Department of Consumer Protection /
Weights and Measures
Michael D. Bannon
Director
50 North Main Street
Doylestown, PA 18901
Phone: 215-348-7442
Fax: 215-348-4570
Canny Consumer Hotline 1-800-942-2669