Operator responsibility
Promotional sweepstakes requirements vary by jurisdiction and can depend on the complete business model, consideration, prize structure, game mechanic, device, location and method of operation. Operators should obtain written advice from qualified counsel before launch or expansion.
Default restricted-market policy
The installer seeds Connecticut, Florida, North Carolina and Ohio as “not offered pending legal review.” This is a conservative RiverSweeps publication policy, not a blanket statement about every promotion or product in those states. Administrators can update the status only after receiving current, written compliance guidance.
Federal context
The Federal Trade Commission explains that legitimate sweepstakes cannot require a purchase to enter or increase the chance of winning, and that state requirements can vary. Federal postal law also restricts mailing lottery-related material. Review the source register below and obtain advice for the actual model.
Current Restricted-Market Register
Not offered by default in the listed jurisdictions unless a current written legal review approves the specific configuration. This is company policy, not legal advice.
| Market | Publication Status | Primary Source | Reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | not offered pending counsel | Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 743n | 2026-09-08 |
| Florida | not offered pending counsel | Florida Statutes §§ 849.094 and 849.16 | 2026-09-08 |
| North Carolina | not offered pending counsel | North Carolina G.S. § 14-306.4 | 2026-09-08 |
| Ohio | not offered pending counsel | Ohio Revised Code, Chapter 2915 | 2026-09-08 |