Georgia's SB 351, also known as the "Protection of Minors from Harmful Content Act," requires adult websites to verify the age of users before granting access to sexually explicit content. The law aims to prevent minors from viewing inappropriate materials by enforcing strict age verification measures for online adult content providers.
For more details, visit the official Georgia legislation website:
https://www.legis.ga.gov/
Punishments for Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with Georgia's SB 351 can result in severe consequences, including:
Civil penalties, including fines imposed by the state.
Potential lawsuits from affected individuals, such as parents or guardians.
Criminal charges for knowingly allowing minors access to explicit content.
Website blocking or restrictions by internet service providers.
Reputational damage and loss of business licenses.
Accepted Methods of Age Verification
Under SB 351, the following methods are considered acceptable for verifying user age:
Government-issued ID verification, such as a driver’s license or passport.
Third-party verification services that authenticate user identity through official records.
Credit card verification, since minors are unlikely to have access to credit cards.
Biometric verification, including facial recognition matched with government records.
Mobile carrier verification, which checks age through the user's phone service provider.
How we are compliant
To ensure full compliance with Georgia's SB 351, we implement the following measures:
Third-party government ID verification to confirm user identity securely.
Encrypted data processing to protect personal information during verification.
Regular audits and compliance checks to stay up-to-date with legal requirements.
Parental control guidance and awareness to support responsible content access.
User education and support regarding safe browsing practices and age restrictions.
For further information and updates regarding compliance with Georgia's age verification law, please visit the official state legislative site at:
https://www.legis.ga.gov/