Minnesota Legislature
SF 785
2nd Engrossment - 84th Legislature (2005 - 2006) Posted on 12/15/2009 12:00am
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A bill for an act
relating to crime prevention; prohibiting children under the age of 17 from
renting or purchasing certain video games; providing penalties; proposing coding
for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 325I.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:
Section 1.
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[325I.07] RESTRICTED VIDEO GAMES; PROHIBITIONS.
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As used in this section, "restricted video game" means a
video game rated AO or M by the Entertainment Software Rating Board.
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A person under the age of 17 may not knowingly
rent or purchase a restricted video game. A person who violates this subdivision is subject
to a civil penalty of not more than $25.
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A person or entity engaged in the retail business of
selling or renting video games from a location or structure with access to the public shall
post a sign in a location that is clearly visible to consumers. The sign must display the
following language in 30-point font or larger: "A person under the age of 17 is prohibited
from renting or purchasing a video game rated AO or M. Violators may be subject to a
$25 penalty."
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This section is effective August 1, 2006, and applies to
violations committed on or after that date.
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