Sierra Nevada Grilling Sweepstakes

rebleyhall2001

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I got an email telling me I'd won first prize which was grilling apron with an ARV of $40. They were requesting me to fill out an affidavit, a copy of my drivers license, and my SSN to claim. Does this seem right? I've never been asked to jump through so many hoops for a $40 prize. They usually just send it after accepting. There's no tax implications. Weird. I've emailed asking if this is correct, if it is I'm going to pass. This ended back on 10/31.

Congratulations! On behalf of Sierra Nevada® Brewing Co., I am writing to inform you that your entry was selected as the First Prize Winner in the SIERRA NEVADA GRILLING SWEEPSTAKES.

You have won one (1) sponsor branded apron. Please refer to the legal rules for more information regarding your prize.

Please note that this prize is subject to restrictions and requirements, as stated in the attached Official Rules. Alcoholic beverages are not a part of any prize. By accepting this prize, you will be solely responsible for any and all applicable taxes.

As stated in the Official Rules, you have THREE (3) days to accept this prize. If you’d like to accept, please carefully review and complete the attached Declaration. This document must be completed and returned to my attention along with a photo copy of a state issued ID within THREE (3) days of receiving this email.
 
It may be because it's a brewing company and you are supposed to be 21 to enter. Hence all the legalities and certification.
 
I emailed them and they replied. They had sent me the wrong affidavit. I was hoping they had informed me of the wrong prize. haha.. Grand prize was a BigGreen Egg Smoker. So now I just have to fill out a basic form and return.
 
Always call when you have questions. I won $20 from Newport but they requested the tax forms and said my win was over 600. Obviously I was confused as can be but after calling I found out it's one company that does giveaways for several tobacco companies. I've won through out the year which put me over the 600 threshold
 
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