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

Requirements for Offering Contests in Illinois

Yes, you can offer contests that involve both skill and chance in Illinois, subject to certain requirements.

  1. The contest must not be considered gambling under Illinois law. According to the Illinois Criminal Code, gambling is defined as “the risking of something of value upon the outcome of a contest of chance or future contingent event not under the person’s control or influence, upon an agreement or understanding that he or she or someone else will receive something of value in the event of a certain outcome” [1.3].
  2. The contest must not be a form of lottery. Lotteries are illegal in Illinois, except for those conducted by the state or licensed by the state [1.1].
  3. The contest must not be a form of gambling game as defined in the Illinois Gambling Act, any casino game approved for play by the Illinois Gaming Board, any games provided by a video gaming terminal, or a savings promotion raffle authorized under certain sections of the Illinois Banking Act, Savings Bank Act, Illinois Credit Union Act, National Bank Act, or Home Owners’ Loan Act [1.1].
  4. The contest must be licensed by the governing body of the municipality with jurisdiction over the key location or, if no municipality has jurisdiction over the key location, then by the governing body of the county with jurisdiction over the key location [1.4].
  5. The contest must comply with the rules and regulations established by the licensing authority, which may include limitations on the aggregate retail value of all prizes or merchandise awarded, the maximum retail value of each prize awarded, the maximum price which may be charged for each raffle chance issued or sold, and the maximum number of days during which chances may be issued or sold [1.4].
  6. The contest must be conducted by an organization licensed under the Illinois Raffles and Poker Runs Act [1.1][1.3].

Conclusion

In summary, it is legal to offer contests that involve both skill and chance in Illinois, as long as they meet the requirements outlined above. It is important to note that these requirements may vary depending on the specific type of contest being offered and the governing body responsible for licensing it.

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