Just prior to voting, all audiences will be shown a tape of all finalist videos without added voice-over or music again before being asked to choose their favorite. In the event of a tie, the vote will be taken again, between the tying entries, until the tie is broken. In the event of a tie for second place, both clips will receive the second place prize money. In the event of a tie for third place, both clips will receive the third place prize money. Clips included in a contestant show and broadcast but not awarded one of that episode's prizes, are not eligible for a first, second or third place prize in future shows.
Winners are responsible for all federal, state and local taxes.
The deadline for the 11th season of America's Funniest Home Videos is April 20, 2001. All tapes must be received by Vin Di Bona Productions on or before the deadline date to be eligible for inclusion. At producers' discretion, videos not selected for broadcast in a particular show may be retained and considered for use in subsequent shows. Releases must be obtained from all identifiable persons depicted in videos.