Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced on Thursday a comprehensive lawsuit against Roblox Corporation, accusing the popular gaming platform of enabling the endangerment of children and failing to prioritize safety measures.
The suit, filed in the 21st Judicial District Court in Livingston Parish, marks what Murrill believes to be the first state-level action of its kind against the company.
A screenshot from the Roblox trailer – YouTube, Roblox
The complaint alleges that Roblox, which bills itself as the top gaming site for kids and teens, has created an environment rife with predators and harmful content by neglecting basic safeguards. According to the filing, the platform facilitates the distribution of harmful material and allows predators to interact freely with minors, often leading to real-world harm.
Investigators point to a recent case in Livingston Parish on July 15, 2025, where a suspect was arrested for possessing illegal content while actively using Roblox and voice-altering technology to pose as a young girl and lure children.
A screenshot from the Roblox trailer – YouTube, Roblox
“Roblox is overrun with harmful content and child predators because it prioritizes user growth, revenue, and profits over child safety,” Murrill stated during a press conference. “Every parent should be aware of the clear and present danger posed to their children by Roblox so they can prevent the unthinkable from ever happening in their own home.”
Roblox, founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, boasts over 82 million daily active users and hosts more than 6.4 million user-generated “experiences” or games.
Company data reveals a heavily youthful demographic: 20% of users are under 9 years old, another 20% are between 9 and 12, and 16% fall in the 13-16 age range. Despite this, the platform imposes no minimum age requirement, lacks robust age verification, and doesn’t mandate parental consent for sign-ups.
A promotional image for Roblox – Photo Credit: Roblox
This setup, the lawsuit claims, enables predators to masquerade as children and allows minors to access inappropriate content without barriers.
Specific examples highlighted in the suit paint a disturbing picture of the platform’s underbelly.
The lawsuit further criticizes Roblox’s revenue model, which revolves around in-game purchases of virtual currency called Robux. Children, often obsessed with acquiring Robux, have been documented offering to “do anything” for it, including sharing personal information or engaging in risky behaviors that lead to exploitation.
A promotional image for Roblox – Photo Credit: Roblox
Bloomberg reports cited in the complaint describe predators “hanging from the jungle gym” in this virtual playground, using it to reach kids and escalate interactions to other platforms or offline meetings.
Under the Louisiana Unfair Trade Practices Act (LUTPA), the state accuses Roblox of deceptive marketing by portraying the platform as safe and educational while omitting warnings about its risks.
Additional claims include negligence for creating a public nuisance through inadequate monitoring, and unjust enrichment from profits gained at the expense of vulnerable users. The National Center on Sexual Exploitation has previously flagged Roblox on its “Dirty Dozen” list, warning that it remains “too high risk for kids” without fundamental protections.
A screenshot from the Roblox trailer – YouTube, Roblox
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Murrill’s office also notes a stark discrepancy in reporting. Despite Roblox’s massive user base—where over half of U.S. children under 16 play monthly—the company accounts for less than 1% of child exploitation tips received in Louisiana over the past five years. This, compared to the state’s skyrocketing reports of online crimes against children (from 171 in 2010 to 16,000 in 2024), suggests severe underreporting and insufficient proactive measures.
The lawsuit argues this low number isn’t because the platform is safe—it’s because Roblox’s detection and reporting systems are inadequate.
The suit seeks a permanent injunction to halt Roblox’s alleged violations, including mandates for improved safety protocols like age verification, content moderation, and parental notifications.
A screenshot from the Roblox trailer – YouTube, Roblox
It also demands restitution for the state, disgorgement of ill-gotten profits, civil penalties, damages, and attorney fees.
If successful, the case could force Roblox to overhaul its operations and set a precedent for other states grappling with similar digital threats.
Roblox did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the lawsuit. However, the company has faced prior scrutiny, including individual lawsuits from parents alleging similar failures. In recent years, Roblox has introduced changes, such as restricting messaging for users under 13 and offering parental dashboards, but critics like Murrill argue these are “too little, too late.”
Amid the ongoing lawsuit from Louisiana and broader scrutiny over child safety, Roblox has sparked fresh controversy by banning users it labels as “vigilantes” who attempt to expose predators on the platform.
A screenshot from the Roblox trailer – YouTube, Roblox
On August 9, 2025, the company issued a cease-and-desist letter to popular YouTuber Schlep (real name Michael), a 22-year-old Texas resident whose videos documenting predator stings have led to six arrests of individuals allegedly attempting to lure minors on Roblox. Schlep, who claims he faced similar issues on the platform as an 8-year-old, accuses Roblox of targeting him to silence criticism of its moderation failures, stating that his decoys pose as children to catch offenders and coordinate with law enforcement.
In a blog post dated August 13, 2025, Roblox’s Chief Safety Officer Matt Kaufman defended the bans, arguing that while some vigilantes may be “well-intentioned,” their methods—such as impersonating minors, engaging in simulated inappropriate conversations, and directing users off-platform—mirror those of “actual predators” and normalize prohibited behavior.
The company emphasized that such actions bypass official reporting tools, delay enforcement, and create unsafe environments, urging users instead to use in-app reporting features that capture metadata for faster reviews and referrals to authorities like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).
A petition to remove Roblox CEO David Baszucki – Change.org
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Critics argue the bans protect predators by discouraging exposure, especially given Roblox’s history of lawsuits alleging negligence in preventing exploitation. Schlep responded by slamming the comparison to predators as “outrageous” and vowing to continue his advocacy off-platform.
This legal action in Louisiana comes amid growing national concerns over children’s online safety, with platforms like Roblox under fire for balancing user freedom with protection.
A screenshot from the Roblox trailer – YouTube, Roblox
Parents and advocates are watching closely, hoping the suit will spur meaningful reforms in the virtual worlds where kids spend hours each day.
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