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Expert: - 11/9/2008


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We are almost ready to start casting for our first adult film. I live in one state but I plan on traveling to Cali to record our feature. Being that I don't live in Cali, would it be a bad idea to start the llc in Cali? I was thinking of a state with a low franchise tax such a Wyoming ($50.)

How can I make sure I stay legal if I recruit talent from another state such as NY or TX?

Thanks in advance

Answer
Regarding the NV vs CA LLC, I would need to know more about where you'll concentrate your operations, since you may end up losing the tax benefit of registered in NV if you have significant operations in another state (which it looks like you will).  Also, if anonymity is important to you, NV or WY can help you achieve that.

The recruitment question is a bit more complex, since you're now potentially flirting with solicitation issues in NY or TX.  I cannot give legal advice on this board, so if you'd like to discuss this in more detail, contact me through www.adultwebsitelawyer.com.

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Lawyer representing adult industry businesses and entertainers, and can answer questions related to:

How to start an adult film business or adult website LEGALLY.

What laws to be concerned about with getting into the adult entertainment industry.

What terms and conditions do you need on your adult website.

How to comply with 18 USC 2257 - the federal record keeping requirements.

What forms and agreements do you need for models and crew.

How to deal with copyright and trademark laws.

Before asking your question, I recommend visiting adultwebsitelawyer.com and requesting a copy of the Top 6 Considerations of Starting an Adult Entertainment Business. You may find your question answered there.

I ALSO DO NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM MALES INTERESTED IN STARRING IN ADULT FILMS.

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I have been practicing law since 1994, and have represented numerous businesses and entertainers in the adult entertainment industry as the managing member of Pepper Law Group, LLC, at adultwebsitelawyer.com. My firm also operates 2257Sentry, one of the industry's leading 18 USC 2257 custodian record keeping services for producers of adult content.

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Free Speech Coalition, Frequent speaker at adult industry events including the Internext Expo and Exxxotica New York; interviewed in AVN Online; regular contributor to XBiz World

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XBiz World AVN Online

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BA in Political Science, JD (law degree)

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