Regulation of Online Dating Services Sparks Controversy

ECOMMERCE TIMES -- Mar 8 -- Match states it considered but rejected the idea of conducting criminal background checks because national criminal databases are incomplete and criminals can avoid detection by signing up with a fake identity.  Last week, a bill was introduced in the California legislature that created additional controversy.  This bill calls for a fine of US$250 for each day that an online relationship service provider fails to disclose to all online visitors living in California that it does not conduct criminal background checks.  It could apply to "compatibility" or "social referral" services, such as Classmates.  The jury is still out, but it's clear, most likely, a number of these initiatives will come into law.  FULL ARTICLE @ ECOMMERCE TIMES