The bill amends the existing law on ticket scalping to broaden its scope by including events presented by the state, political subdivisions of the state, or nonprofit corporations recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Specifically, it modifies the definition of ticket scalping to encompass not only college athletic events but also these additional types of events, thereby making it illegal to sell tickets for these events at prices exceeding those charged at the venue or printed on the ticket.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that each instance of ticket scalping constitutes a separate offense and maintains provisions that allow for the charging of service fees if permitted by a contract between the ticket seller and the event sponsor or promoter. The penalties for committing ticket scalping remain unchanged, classifying the offense as a misdemeanor with potential fines up to $500 or imprisonment for less than one year, or both.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 30-46-1