Does the approximate retail value (ARV) of your sweepstakes prize structure exceed $5,000? And, is your sweepstakes open to residents of the State of Florida? If you’ve answered yes to both questions, then this blog is for you. Game promotions offering prizes totaling more than $5,000 must file with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) seven days prior to commencement of the game promotion. Even game promotions