Michigan § 750.143a - Information about rating system; posting sign by video game retailer required; violation; fine; definitions.
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§ 750.143a. Information about rating system; posting sign by video game retailer required; violation; fine; definitions.
(1) A video game retailer shall post a sign in a prominent area within the video game retailer's retail establishment that provides information about a rating system or notifies consumers that a rating system is available to aid in the selection of a game and shall make information that explains the video game rating system available to consumers on request.
(2) A video game retailer that violates this section is responsible for a state civil infraction and may be ordered to pay a civil fine of not more than $1,000.00.
(3) As used in this section:
(a) "Rating system" means any video game rating system shown on the exterior packaging of a video game when it is sold or rented.
(b) "Video game" means an object or device that stores recorded data or instructions generated by a person who uses it, and by processing the data or instructions creates an interactive game capable of being played, viewed, or experienced on or through a computer, gaming system, game console, or other technology.
(c) "Video game retailer" means a person that sells or rents video games to the public.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 750.143a ("Information about rating system; posting sign by video game retailer required; violation; fine; definitions.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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