It’s already illegal at the federal level to use ticket bots to get around purchase limits, waiting periods, and other safeguards.
But that hasn’t stopped high profile cases of scammers snatching up tickets before fans can get them and re-selling them for top dollar.
Taylor Switft’s 2022 “Era’s Tour” launch is an often-cited example.
Supporters of the new state law argue Michigan regulators and courts and move faster than the federal government when it comes to catching and preventing ticket bot-related scams.
State lawmakers have tried in past years to pass similar bills. This is the first time the effort has made it to the governor for her signature.
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