This bill enacts a new section, R.S. 9:2717.1, which establishes requirements for contracts between minors and interactive computer services in Louisiana. It mandates that no interactive computer service can enter into a contract or agreement, including the creation of an online account, with a minor without obtaining consent from the minor's legal representative. The bill specifies that the interactive computer service may rely on the legal representative's consent unless they are aware that the representative is no longer authorized. Additionally, any contract made without such consent is deemed a relative nullity.
The bill also provides definitions for key terms such as "account," "consent," "interactive computer service," "legal representative," and "minor." It clarifies that the provisions do not supersede existing laws regarding contracts made under Civil Code Article 1923 and allows for third parties to obtain consent on behalf of legal representatives. The Louisiana State Law Institute is tasked with studying the impact of this Act on relevant Civil Code Articles and making recommendations by March 1, 2024. The provisions of this Act will take effect on August 1, 2024.