Francesco Salicini, a retro gaming YouTuber, is facing legal charges due to his reviews of Android-powered handheld gaming devices that often come with old games pre-installed. The Guardia di Finanza, Italy's financial police, raided his home, seizing approximately 30 gaming consoles and his personal phone. The charges revolve around violations of Article 171ter of Italian Copyright Law, which is tied to the legality of ROMs. Salicini has set up a GoFundMe for legal expenses and anticipates social media restrictions as a precautionary measure.
Francesco Salicini, an Italian retro gaming YouTuber, faces potential jail time and legal charges for reviewing Android handheld gaming devices pre-loaded with old games.
The Guardia di Finanza raided Salicini's home, confiscating around 30 consoles including retro emulator handhelds, as part of an investigation into copyright violations.
Salicini's complaint cites a violation of Article 171ter of Italian Copyright Law, potentially initiated by Italy’s Ministry of Economy and Finance due to his game reviews.
Despite emulation being legal, the status of ROMs is ambiguous; Salicini could face a maximum penalty of €15,000 and up to three years in jail.
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