Rio Grande do Sul defends sports betting advertising law before Brazil’s Supreme Court

Rio Grande do Sul’s Legislative Assembly defended State Law 16.508/2026 in a filing responding to a constitutional challenge before Brazil’s Supreme Court. The law restricts betting advertising, including by requiring warnings, limiting audiovisual ads to 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. and barring promotions near schools and sports facilities. The state argues it can regulate advertising to protect consumers and children, and asks the court to dismiss the challenge.