Louisiana is suing online gaming site Roblox for allegedly failing to implement basic safety controls and not protecting children from predators.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill made the announcement Thursday afternoon at a press conference in Livingston Parish. Signs saying "Roblox prioritizes profits over child safety" or instances of internet crimes occurring on the site were around the podium.

"There is no more important priority for us than protecting our children," Murrill said.

The state alleges that Roblox is in violation of state law and is seeking permanent injunctive relief.

In the lawsuit, Louisiana is prohibiting the platform from engaging in any activity in violation of the Louisiana Unfair Trade Practices Act, representing that it has adequate safety features, and

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