Consumer protection: ticket sellers.

1. **ONE-SENTENCE SUMMARY:** This bill updates regulations for ticket sellers in California to enhance consumer protection and transparency. 2. **KEY REQUIREMENTS:** - Clearly disclose all fees associated with ticket purchases. - Provide information about the ticket seller's refund policy. - Ensure that tickets are not sold above the face value unless properly disclosed. - Maintain accurate records of ticket sales and refunds for at least two years. 3. **DEADLINES:** - Effective Date: January 1, 2024. - Compliance Deadline: All businesses must be compliant by the effective date. 4. **PENALTIES:** - Violations may result in fines up to $2,500 per violation. - Enforcement may be carried out by the California Attorney General or local district attorneys. 5. **SMB IMPACT:** Small businesses that sell tickets will need to adjust their sales practices to ensure compliance with new disclosure requirements, which may involve updating their websites and training staff. Non-compliance could lead to significant fines, impacting their bottom line.