Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2023
Publication
Georgia Law Review
Volume
57
Abbreviation
Ga. L. Rev.
First Page
1551
Abstract
This novel research sits at the intersection of augmented reality gameplay and government licenses for use of public property. Governments have long used licensing schema to assure public safety and order. Augmented reality gameplay on public lands presents a new, contested use of public property. Under our proposed licensing scheme, those wishing to engage in location-based augmented reality (LoBAR) gameplay on public lands would need a license. This proposal is akin to how governments—federal, state, and municipal—have authorized permit schema for use of public property, including rock climbing, geocaching, street performing, and film photography. Our Article offers sample legislation for policymakers to license LoBAR gaming, and a sample license application is included in the Appendix.