No, ticket scalping in Nebraska is prohibited under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 59-1103, which criminalizes reselling tickets above face value without authorization. The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office enforces this statute, with recent 2026 compliance guidance emphasizing penalties for digital resale platforms operating without state-issued permits.
Key Regulations for Scalping Tickets in Nebraska
- Face Value Restriction: Resale above original ticket price is illegal unless the seller holds a valid Nebraska-issued resale permit, per § 59-1103(2).
- Permit Requirement: Entities facilitating resale (e.g., brokers, online platforms) must obtain a permit from the Nebraska Department of Revenue, with annual renewals mandated.
- Venue-Specific Exemptions: Certain events (e.g., state-sponsored fairs) may allow scalping in designated zones, but only if explicitly authorized by the hosting authority under § 59-1104.
Violations may result in misdemeanor charges, fines up to $500, or confiscation of unsold tickets. The Nebraska Attorney General’s 2026 enforcement bulletin highlights increased scrutiny on secondary market platforms, particularly those operating without state oversight. Local municipalities (e.g., Omaha, Lincoln) lack authority to override state law but may impose additional venue-specific rules.