New Maryland law protects fans from ticket scammers

Maryland entertainment venues applauded state leaders last week when Gov. Wes Moore signed into law a first-in-the-nation bill to protect consumers from ticket scams. The legislation, which will take effect July 1, 2024, will outlaw speculative tickets and hold ticketing platforms accountable for the validity of the tickets they sell. It is considered a victory for consumers, Maryland concert venues, artists and musicians.