North Carolina has enacted HB 8, which requires adult websites to implement strict age verification measures to prevent minors from accessing adult content. The law mandates that website operators must take reasonable steps to verify users are at least 18 years old before granting access to adult material.
For more details, visit the official legislation at: https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookup/2023/HB8
Requirements under HB 8
Adult website operators must comply with the following requirements:
Implement a reliable age verification process to ensure users are 18 years or older.
Use commercially reasonable methods to restrict access to minors.
Clearly display a warning page informing users of age restrictions before accessing content.
Maintain records and data security measures to prevent unauthorized access.
Provide parents and guardians with tools to block access to adult content.
Penalties for non-compliance
Failure to comply with HB 8 may result in the following penalties:
Civil fines and monetary penalties for each violation.
Potential legal action from state authorities.
Possible suspension or banning of the website in North Carolina.
Liability for damages if a minor gains access to adult content due to inadequate verification.
Accepted methods of age verification
To comply with North Carolina's age verification law, the following methods are considered acceptable:
Government-issued ID verification (e.g., driver's license, passport)
Credit card verification to confirm the cardholder's age.
Third-party age verification services that specialize in identity checks.
Biometric verification such as facial recognition tied to an ID.
Mobile carrier verification, using age-confirmed billing information.
How we are compliant
We ensure full compliance with North Carolina's HB 8 by implementing the following measures:
Partnering with third-party government ID verification services to verify user age securely.
Displaying clear age restriction warnings before users access content.
Using encrypted data storage to protect sensitive user information.
Conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with the law.
Providing accessible support for users who encounter verification issues.
For more information and updates on compliance requirements, visit the official North Carolina government website: https://www.ncleg.gov.