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Can I offer contests that involve both skill and chance in Florida? What are the requirements?

Yes, it is possible to offer contests that involve both skill and chance in Florida, but the requirements depend on the type of contest.

National Contests

According to [FLCL 849.09][2.2], it is possible to offer nationally advertised contests, drawings, games, or puzzles of skill or chance for a prize or prizes, unless it can be construed as a lottery under this section. National contests are allowed in Florida, but they must be advertised nationally and must not be based on the outcome or results of any horserace, harness race, dograce, or jai alai game.

Charitable, Nonprofit Organizations

Charitable, nonprofit organizations may conduct drawings by chance pursuant to the authority granted by [FLCL 849.0935][2.1], if the organization has complied with all applicable provisions of chapter 496 and this section. All brochures, advertisements, notices, tickets, or entry blanks used in connection with a drawing by chance shall conspicuously disclose the rules governing the conduct and operation of the drawing, the full name of the organization and its principal place of business, the source of the funds used to award cash prizes or to purchase prizes, the date, hour, and place where the winner will be chosen and the prizes will be awarded, unless the brochures, advertisements, notices, tickets, or entry blanks are not offered to the public more than 3 days prior to the drawing, and that no purchase or contribution is necessary.

Conclusion

In conclusion, it is possible to offer contests that involve both skill and chance in Florida, but the requirements depend on the type of contest. National contests must be advertised nationally and must not be based on the outcome or results of any horserace, harness race, dograce, or jai alai game. Charitable, nonprofit organizations may conduct drawings by chance pursuant to the authority granted by [FLCL 849.0935][2.1], if the organization has complied with all applicable provisions of chapter 496 and this section.

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