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Obenberger: U.S. Hasn't Complied With 2257 Provisions

Obenberger: U.S. Hasn't Complied With 2257 Provisions

Friday, May 17, 2013
Adult industry attorney Joe Obenberger says that it's evident that the Justice Department is breaking provisions of 18 U.S.C. § 2257A by not compiling and publishing annual reports on the recordkeeping requirements.   Full Story »
U.S. Judge Tells Counsel He'll Deny Motions for Summary Judgment in 2257 Case

U.S. Judge Tells Counsel He'll Deny Motions for Summary Judgment in 2257 Case

Friday, May 17, 2013
U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson won't be deciding on any pretrial resolution in the Free Speech Coalition's lawsuit against the federal recordkeeping law for adult producers, according to J. Michael Murray, the lead attorney for the plaintiffs.   Full Story »
XBIZ Summit Day 2 Seminars Deliver

XBIZ Summit Day 2 Seminars Deliver

Friday, May 17, 2013
The 2013 XBIZ Summit brought the latest installment of its popular educational seminar series to Miami for a second day, featuring an adult entertainment industry insider’s look at the path to porn profits today and the potholes along the way.
Australian Sex Party Calls for Overhaul of Religious Tax Exemptions

Australian Sex Party Calls for Overhaul of Religious Tax Exemptions

Friday, May 17, 2013
Australian Sex Party President Fiona Patten is calling on her country’s government to overhaul tax concessions provided to churches and religious organizations — groups that often fight against personal liberties.
U.S. Freezes Account Linked to Bitcoin Exchange

U.S. Freezes Account Linked to Bitcoin Exchange

Thursday, May 16, 2013
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security obtained a warrant Tuesday to seize an account tied to Mt. Gox, the exchange that handles 80 percent of all bitcoin trading.
Public Health Czar Discusses Measure B in L.A. Times Article

Public Health Czar Discusses Measure B in L.A. Times Article

Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Dr. Jonathan Fielding, who heads Los Angeles County's Department of Public Health, told the Los Angeles Times in a Q&A interview in today’s editions that no more than six health permit applications have been submitted by adult filmmakers since Measure B was enacted by voters.
Polk County Sheriff Threatens to Arrest Backpage.com Operators

Polk County Sheriff Threatens to Arrest Backpage.com Operators

Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Sheriff Grady Judd, the hard-nosed law enforcement official who declared war on the production and distribution of porn in Florida's Polk County several years ago, has another focus these days — Backpage.com.
Calif. Senate Panel to Weigh 'Revenge Porn' Bill on June 4

Calif. Senate Panel to Weigh 'Revenge Porn' Bill on June 4

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The first legislative hearing over California's newly introduced "revenge porn" bill has been slated for June 4.
Appeals Court Hears Oron's Plea to Unfreeze Assets

Appeals Court Hears Oron's Plea to Unfreeze Assets

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday heard Oron.com's oral argument that a federal judge overreached his authority when he approved a preliminary injunction that froze all of the defunct file-locker site's U.S. assets.
FSC Files Summary Judgment Motion as 2257 Trial Nears

FSC Files Summary Judgment Motion as 2257 Trial Nears

Monday, May 13, 2013
The Free Speech Coalition on Friday filed a motion for summary judgment in the trade organization's civil case against the federal government over the legality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257.
7 Adult Companies Face Patent Claims Over Pop-Under Ads

7 Adult Companies Face Patent Claims Over Pop-Under Ads

Monday, May 13, 2013
Seven adult entertainment companies offering web content were sued Friday by a technology company that claims each violated its patent for pop-under advertisements on their websites.
Arizona State University Wins Judgment Over Porn Site

Arizona State University Wins Judgment Over Porn Site

Friday, May 10, 2013
Online adult site SunDevilAngels.com will soon cease to exist after a judge signed off on a final judgment and permanent injunction in a suit brought on by Arizona State University.

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