Consumer protection: other; attorney general investigations of the event online ticket sales act; provide for, and prescribe fines and remedies. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 158'25
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Overview
Senate Bill 159 creates a new legal framework to strengthen consumer protection related to online ticket sales in Michigan. It empowers the Attorney General to investigate violations of the existing Event Online Ticket Sales Act and to pursue civil action against those who violate it. The bill establishes fines of up to $5,000 for violations and allows the Attorney General to seek injunctions and restitution to prevent and remedy these violations. This bill is tied to Senate Bill 158.
Key provisions
- The Attorney General can investigate claims of violations of the Event Online Ticket Sales Act.
- Individuals violating the act can be fined up to $5,000 per violation.
- The Attorney General can seek court orders to stop or prevent violations.
- The Attorney General can recover restitution for victims of violations.
- The Attorney General can recover reasonable costs and attorney fees associated with enforcement actions.
Who is affected
- Online ticket sellers
- Consumers purchasing tickets online
- The Attorney General's office
- Michigan residents
Notable changes
- Establishes a process for the Attorney General to investigate and prosecute violations of the Event Online Ticket Sales Act.
- Increases the potential fines for violations.
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