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| Getting into Producing, Directing, Etc... | 9/1/2008 |
Q: Firstly I live in dc and know about the whole "not outside of CA" rule, but how do people know where ...
A: Dro, Well, law enforcement can find out where you're shooting if (a) people associated with your ...
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| Filming adult content in ..Arizona ?? | 9/1/2008 |
Q: Good Morning, My questions is i live in Phoenix Arizona ..from what I've been told this is a very ...
A: Arizona has not been known as one of the "friendlier" places to produce adult content, but there are ...
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| Becoming A Pornstar | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I'm a 29 year old woman and I wanna become a professional pornstar. By professional pornstar, I mean ...
A: Kelly, Your best bet is to work with an agency that can get you in front of the larger studios (if ...
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| Adult Content Production PA | 8/30/2008 |
Q: My background is in web site development / computer programming. I have a friend who wants to ...
A: Jared, You ask a lot of good questions, and the risks you raise are all quite real. However, you ...
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| Porn VS. Adult video | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I was thinking about tapping into the adult video films and had a few questions I could not find ...
A: There are a few inaccuracies in your question. It is not illegal to produce porn outside of CA, it ...
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| VA/DC/MD | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I want start producing adult films in either VA/DC/MD. Is it legal in any of these states? It's hard ...
A: Rob, If you check some of my earlier answers, you'll see my explanation on this. In a nutshell, ...
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| legal | 8/25/2008 |
Q: my question is not about production but legal representation. i am in california and i am sesoned in ...
A: Derrick, I don't like to publicize the distributors' names, since I respect their integrity, and ...
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| Startup in Washington | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I would like to start my own specialty website based out of Everett, Washington. I was wondering if ...
A: You have numerous legal considerations, and as I tell EVERYONE, if you get into this business ...
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| I want to be porn star | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I'm Reem (girl) from Kuwait. I'm 19 years old . I going to live in America next month . My dream is ...
A: Reem, You should find a good agency that can assist you. You can find list of agencies at websites ...
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| website | 8/22/2008 |
Q: I was wondering how to start a website like sublimedirectory, or ampland, that basically links ...
A: These sites act as affiliates to the adult sites, which pay out percentages of sign-ups to ...
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| Filming overseas | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We are a small group who would have all the equipment and the capital to shoot adult material. We ...
A: In short, the answer is yes - there is lots of non-U.S. content being distributed in the U.S. every ...
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| How to audition | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I am interested in trying out for an adult film, but do not know where to go or how to sign up for ...
A: Some companies do have open casting calls or auditions, but it is pretty uncommon. These are usually ...
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| porn actor | 8/19/2008 |
Q: i live in usa and how to become a porn actor in united states of america.
A: It's not easy. I recommend reading this article: http://www.xbiz.com/articles/96185, and consider ...
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| website creation in CA | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I'm looking to start my own adult website with original content. I'm aware of all the talent ...
A: There are permits required to shoot adult films in CA, and they are typically obtained by the city ...
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| commercial space | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I want to rent commercial space in NH and have live dancers for a website with chat and video. ...
A: Stacy, Unfortunately I cannot provide legal advice on these boards. I can direct you to ...
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| Shooting content in hotel rooms | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I shoot solo girl content only, photos and video clips. No guys or girl/girl. My question is, ...
A: Dee - my sense is that the risk would be relatively low of consequences beyond getting kicked out, ...
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| Launching an Adult Video Website | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to launch an online adult video website but am concerned about basing our operations in ...
A: Mark, My law firm assists adult filmmakers across the country, so I'd be happy to chat with you. ...
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| Shooting content in hotel rooms | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I shoot solo girl content only, photos and video clips. No guys or girl/girl. My question is, ...
A: You do run certain risks by not getting the express permission of the property owner when doing ...
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| Florida Laws | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I've looked over a lot of questions on this site pertaining to State Laws and noticed that one of ...
A: Yes, it is true that California is the only state in which it is settled law that the production of ...
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| getting started. | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I NEED TO GET INTO PORN. i know you heard this so many times, but i live in New York and i have no ...
A: I can tell you that having 9" in your pants is not enough. Acting in this business is nothing that ...
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| Plus Size | 7/28/2008 |
Q: Ok well i am 21,white and a plus size woman and have always been intrested in the porn industry, i ...
A: Of course! There is porn for every niche you can think of. The industry is more difficult and less ...
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| First Shoot | 7/24/2008 |
Q: We are a newly formed european production company about to go into our first set of filming. however ...
A: Dave, European law can differ greatly from the laws in the U.S. in this area, so I am not qualified ...
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| Adult amateur content for web distribution (approx prices and reqiured papers) | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I plan to start producing amateur POV-style adult content with a small crew of people, - just 3-4 ...
A: If it is illegal to produce this content in your country, then presumably any contracts you have ...
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| Playboy TV | 7/22/2008 |
Q: Since legally you must be in Ca. to make porn, how does Playboy TV get away with showing "home ...
A: This is a very complex answer to what appears to be a simple question. The short of is that Playboy ...
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| starting a porn business in the baltimore/washington area. | 7/21/2008 |
Q: Good Morning sir. Well, the question is simple and one i know you've seen a dozon times. How (or ...
A: The first step is to definitely get educated about the business - research, research, research! ...
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| Adult Film | 7/20/2008 |
Q: I am a 30 year old French White Male looking for a help to get into the adult film industry, I am ...
A: I'm not very familiar with UK agencies, but you should start your search there to see which ones ...
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| How to market your own original content? | 7/19/2008 |
Q: My business partner and I have plans to begin producing our own adult content, which we believe will ...
A: Fees greatly vary, especially depending upon the niche, quality, and variety. Plus, fees will ...
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| home made porn | 7/17/2008 |
Q: my gf and i want to know if it is legal to sell our own sex tapes. we live in ny . and if so, can ...
A: The only state in which it is affirmatively legal to product and distribute pornographic content is ...
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| Performer Contracts | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I've work in the adult entertainment industry via local strip clubs for a few years now, I'm a DJ. I ...
A: I suppose you can do some searching online to find form contracts, but since getting it wrong can ...
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| Adult Pictures & E-mail | 7/14/2008 |
Q: Is it legal to download adult images (pictures) and send them to an e-mail account for viewing and ...
A: The question of whether material is obscene or not is constantly litigated, and there is no simple ...
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| Starting Porn Business in Montreal | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I've had a thought into starting a porn business in Montreal. i was wondering how much do you think ...
A: This is an extremely broad question. What kind of porn business? Do you want to create your own ...
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| pornsite | 7/12/2008 |
Q: can you put me in touch with a reputable company that will build me a site and run it for me there ...
A: I don't know of anybody that has purchased a turnkey adult site from a company, had the company run ...
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| Texas & Fetish videos | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I want to produce some fetish videos and sell them on the internet. Since I live in Texas I'm afraid ...
A: If you're truly looking to minimize your legal exposure for obscenity liability, producing and ...
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| MA start up question | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I'm interested in starting up a website featuring male solo videos filmed in Massachusetts. Do you ...
A: You can view Massachusetts' obscenity laws at ...
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| Where can I find real porn models in Toronto | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I have worked with several amateurs in the past and currently I create videos and stills for a few ...
A: Here are some agencies in Canada: G.A.L. Models, Wray's Model and Talent, Select Model Management, ...
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| how do u go about starting or getting in filming and production | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I'm going to school for digital media and video production and I was wondering how do I go about ...
A: If you're interested in working for a larger production house, then you'll want to look to companies ...
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| getting into porn industry | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I'm 35, black, plus size and want to get involved in porn industry as a performer. What are my ...
A: Your best bet is to contact agencies to see if any of them would be interested in working with you. ...
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| how do I get into the industry since I'm from toronto? | 6/28/2008 |
Q: I really want to make it in the porn industry I love sex and money, the only problem is I'm from ...
A: Here are a few to check out in Canada: G.A.L. Models, Wray's Model and Talent, Select Model ...
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| how do I get into the industry since I'm from toronto? | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I really want to make it in the porn industry I love sex and money, the only problem is I'm from ...
A: I assume from your post that you're looking to get in as talent in the industry? If so, you should ...
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| production outside U.S. | 6/22/2008 |
Q: We are young and talented group of professionals in TV and cinema industry, willing to produce a few ...
A: This is an extremely broad question, that not only deals with compliance with federal law, but also ...
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| Masturbation | 6/22/2008 |
Q: One more ? if you please. Is solo or group male masturbation legally considered porn or even sex if ...
A: You are asking whether certain acts would be considered "obscene," and thus potentially illegal to ...
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| creating my adult web site | 6/11/2008 |
Q: i need help in starting my adult web site and i know that you can guide me in the best direction ...
A: Please visit my website at www.adultwebsitelawyer.com for information on how to contact me. ...
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| online porn | 6/11/2008 |
Q: ME & MY WIFE WANT TO START & ADULT ONLINE(BIZ)BUT WE DONT KNOW HOW 2 GET THIS UP & PRUNING. WE WANT ...
A: There are a number of issues and areas you should address. If you haven't already done so, you ...
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| Web Site builder | 6/8/2008 |
Q: I need a list of companies that build Adult web sites.My site will take payments for members and ...
A: Fred, Here are a couple of recommendations: I've heard good things about www.adultwebdesign.com. ...
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| creating my adult web site | 6/6/2008 |
Q: i need help in starting my adult web site and i know that you can guide me in the best direction ...
A: Without seeing the contract you used, I have no idea whether it provides you with the rights you ...
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| Distribution questions | 6/5/2008 |
Q: Two questions, since my wife and I are curious about starting up a business either making adult ...
A: I assume from your post that you are wife plan on producing and starring in your adult film. Unless ...
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| Record keeping requirements | 6/2/2008 |
Q: What happens if someone produces a movie and meets all the record keeping requirements and then ...
A: That is basically correct, although it can depend upon the nature of the "change" from the original ...
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| new production company | 5/31/2008 |
Q: we have recently put together a production company and are in post production for our first movie, ...
A: There are literally hundreds of distributors in the U.S. VCA, Vivid, Elegant Angel, Evil Angel, the ...
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| Adult Filming | 5/29/2008 |
Q: Well me and my friend are ready to start our business in producing our own adult content and selling ...
A: I'm not sure what you mean when you say you have a law firm in NY who is putting your business ...
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| Distribute Amateur Self -Made Clips | 5/20/2008 |
Q: What would be legalities involved in purchasing video clips made by couples, amateur performers and ...
A: I've answered similar questions like this before, but here it is again: There are a number of ...
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| Affiliate website legalities | 5/18/2008 |
Q: Dan, What are the legalities affiliated with operating an affiliate website? What do I maintain? ...
A: The issues are much the same when running a site with your own content. You need to understand the ...
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| Legal cost for a start-up | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I was hoping you can give me a rough ballpark estimate on how much it would cost to hire a lawyer to ...
A: Depending upon the jurisdiction you are in, you may still need to deal with local obscenity ...
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| where do fetish films fit in? | 5/16/2008 |
Q: So California is the only place where it is legal to produce adult films. By adult film, I mean a ...
A: I am a member of the Free Speech Coalition, and would recommend you join them as well if you're ...
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| where do fetish films fit in? | 5/15/2008 |
Q: So California is the only place where it is legal to produce adult films. By adult film, I mean a ...
A: Like most issues in this business, the answers depends on the details. At the end of the day, if ...
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| adult production in texas | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I am wanting to move to Austin texas and start an adult entertainment production company. It will ...
A: The only jurisdiction in which it is affirmatively legal to produce adult content is in California. ...
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| adult website focused on hentai/anime | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I want to build an adult website that focuses on anime/hentai content. Other than the reviews I'd ...
A: Although you may not need to comply with the requirements of 18 U.S.C. 2257 and its associated ...
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| breaking in | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how to find porn auditions in the oklahoma/north texas area
A: I am not aware of any adult production companies in that area, and since California is the only ...
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| Adult legal pittfalls outside of California | 5/6/2008 |
Q: Dan,I am interested in starting and growing an adult media company outside of California and notice ...
A: The first thing to recognize is that just because you see other companies producing conduct, whether ...
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| Porn Star | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I want to become a porn star how do I get started?
A: Assuming you don't know anybody in the business, your best bet is to find a reputable agency to rep ...
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| Buying the rights to Adult Content | 5/3/2008 |
Q: Given the massive amount of Adult Content produced each year, I am wondering if there is a mountain ...
A: Philip, I am not aware of any central repository - you would need to contact the individual ...
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| Amatuer Films | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I live in CA and am curious about laws regarding filming sex acts in my home using a digital video ...
A: Andrew, There are a number of issues and areas you should address. If you haven't already done so, ...
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| Titles of Movies | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Is it a big deal in the industry to recycle the names of movies? I really want to start a series ...
A: Depending upon the success of the movie, magazine, or other content brand, you can certainly expect ...
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| Q's Re: Legalities around Adult Media | 4/27/2008 |
Q: Dan, I am in start up mode in an Adult Production company. My business will deal with shooting ...
A: You've asked some very broad and complex questions, of which it is impossible for me to fully and ...
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| filming porn in GA. | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I read where you wrote, "there are no agencies in GA." Why is that? What are the laws in Georgia? If ...
A: I don't believe I ever wrote that there are no agencies in GA - there may be, but I'm not familiar ...
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| How to begin? | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I just wanted to know where to begin in starting my own adult production company..I can imagine that ...
A: There is a LOT of information you're looking for - more than I can provide in a simple post. You ...
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| get into the porn ind. | 4/21/2008 |
Q: my girlfriend and i would love to make porn movies, but we cant drive or fly to calf. is there any ...
A: Porn videos are produced in nearly every state in the country. If the two of are exclusive to each ...
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| starting a site | 4/20/2008 |
Q: im wanting to start my own porn site. I'm a college student and the money would be nice to pay my ...
A: I'm guessing you're interested in soliciting talent from your college who are "first timers." ...
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| starting a site | 4/20/2008 |
Q: im wanting to start my own porn site. I'm a college student and the money would be nice to pay my ...
A: Well... what kind of site do you want to start? Do you want to produce your own content? Do you ...
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| i want to be a gay porn start | 4/17/2008 |
Q: yea people say that its hard to be a gay blk porn star is it really?and wat r the regulations to ...
A: As a guy, it is a lot easier to get work in gay porn than straight. That being said, your chances ...
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| start | 4/17/2008 |
Q: i want to start my own porn-site, i want to shoot my own material hire some talent, shoot and post ...
A: There are no licenses required to launch an adult website, however I would STRONGLY recommend you ...
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| Starting a BBW Model site. | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I had recently started to build a website for BBW models. I would like to set it up were the models ...
A: Most models are paid a flat fee for video or photo shoots, but if they're willing to accept a ...
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