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FSC, Justice Dept. Face Off Over 2257 in Oral Arguments
Oral arguments were heard Friday over the government's request to dismiss the Free Speech Coalition's suit, with the federal judge in the case expected to rule on the motion after both parties file supplemental briefs.
U.S. Seeks to Have FSC's 2257 Suit Dismissed
But the suit has gained the attention of other groups defending free speech, including the ACLU and the EFF.
U.S. Bears Burden of Proving 2257’s Constitutionality, FSC Says
Trade group challenges opposition for injunction over revised record-keeping rules.
FSC's New Challenge to 2257
On Oct. 7, the Free Speech Coalition launched a lawsuit against the federal government challenging the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257. If you are not an FSC member, don’t miss your opportunity to be included under the umbrella of this critical litigation.
U.S. Asks Judge to Dismiss FSC’s Challenge to 2257
The U.S. Attorney General’s office on Monday asked a federal judge to dismiss the Free Speech Coalition’s lawsuit challenging revised record-keeping rules.
U.S. Gets 30 More Days to Respond to FSC’s 2257 Suit
Justice Department attorneys will have an additional 30 days to respond to the Free Speech Coalition in its suit to enjoin enforcement of 2257 record-keeping regulations.
Phil Harvey, PHE Donate to 2257 Litigation Fund
Adam & Eve founder Phil Harvey and his company Phil Harvey Enterprises (PHE) have donated $20,000 to fund the Free Speech Coalition’s legal challenge to 18 U.S.C. 2257 and 2257A.
FSC Files Motion for Preliminary Injunction Over 2257
As expected, the Free Speech Coalition asked a federal judge Wednesday to grant a preliminary injunction against the U.S. government over enforcement of 18 U.S.C. § § 2257 and 2257A.
FSC Plans to File Suit Today Over 2257 Regs
The Free Speech Coalition said it plans to file a lawsuit Wednesday with 14 other plaintiffs challenging revised record-keeping rules.
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects 2257 Challenge
Without comment, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday denied a challenge to 18 U.S.C. § 2257, the federal recordkeeping and labeling law for the adult entertainment industry.
Justice Department Releases 2257 FAQs
"This is a useful tool for people who have questions about some of the basic operations. It also is valuable as it binds the government to specific positions," said attorney Jeffrey Douglas, Free Speech Coalition board chair.
Denver 2257 Case Dismissed without Prejudice
Earlier this month, FSC’s case Free Speech Coalition et
Pepper Law Group Debuts '2257 Services
Pepper Law Group (PLG) has announced its launch of third party custodian of records services.
FSC Selects Attorney for 2257 Litigation
The Free Speech Coalition has selected attorney J. Michael Murray and the Cleveland-based law firm of Berkman, Gordon, Murray and DeVan to move forward with litigation challenging 18 U.S.C. § 2257 and the regulations that were revised in December.
2257 - What's the Deal?
As the industry’s trade association, FSC is intricately involved on a number of issues that impact the adult entertainment industry. From piracy to production insurance, bans on adult novelties to business benefits, we strive to meet the needs of our members on a number of fronts. In other words, we do much more than act as the watchdog and challenger to 2257. However, on the heels of the disappointing Connections decision, with a new administration and new Attorney General in place, and as the dates for implementation of the final regulations for 2257 and 2257A come and go, a number of folks are calling our office asking the question, “What’s the deal with 2257?” It is a good question and, as is always the case, there are few definitive answers. Nonetheless, I will do my best to let you know what we know and to communicate our strategy in the ongoing battle with this overly cumbersome and oppressive record-keeping regulation.
Tweaked Geek Offers 3rd Party 2257 Record-keeping Services
Tweaked Geek Inc., has announced the launch of its third-party custodian of records services aimed at easing the 18 U.S.C. § 2257 federal record-keeping requirements for primary and secondary producers of adult entertainment.
'2257's Pros, Cons and Constitutional Quandaries
In a development that was a long time coming, the U.S. Justice Department recently released its newest revisions to the record-keeping regulations collectively known as "2257," immediately setting off a firestorm of concern, analysis (reasoned and otherwise) and speculation, just as other revisions to '2257 did in years past.
'2257 and TGPs
Recently, the long-anticipated revisions to the 18 U.S.C. §2257 federal record-keeping statute, commonly known as "2257," were published to the Federal Register.
2257 Upheld in Connections Case
The United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has upheld the 18 U.S.C. § 2257 federal record-keeping law in the long-contested Connections case.
XBIZ Conference Hosts FSC's 2257 Special Forum
The recently finalized amendments to the 18 U.S.C. §2257 federal record-keeping statute and remote-records storage and maintenance by third parties was the subject of a special meeting held today, which was attended by a distinguished group of adult industry insiders.