Law, authorities and health
JMStV
Abbreviation for Jugendmedienschutz-Staatsvertrag
In short and in plain language
The JMStV is a treaty between the German states.
It keeps children and young people safe. This is on radio, on television and on the internet.
It sets age ratings, among other things. It also sets out labels on content for youth protection software.
Definition
The JMStV is a treaty between the German federal states. It protects children and young people in broadcasting and on the internet. Among other things, it covers age ratings and labelling content for youth protection software.