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

Based on the documents provided, it appears that contests that involve both skill and chance may be subject to regulation by the Nevada Athletic Commission or the Nevada Gaming Commission.

For contests or exhibitions of unarmed combat, the Nevada Athletic Commission is responsible for issuing licenses and regulating the events ^{[1.1][1.2][1.3][1.4]}. However, members of the Commission are prohibited from promoting or sponsoring any such contests or exhibitions, or having any financial interest in their promotion or sponsorship ^[1.1].

For other forms of wagering or betting, including off-track pari-mutuel wagering, the Nevada Gaming Commission is responsible for issuing licenses and regulating the events ^{[3.1][3.2][4.1]}. Any person or governmental agency that receives a commission or shares in the revenue from the conduct of off-track pari-mutuel wagering in Nevada must have the approval of the Nevada Gaming Commission ^[3.2].

It is unclear from the documents whether contests that involve both skill and chance, but do not involve unarmed combat or wagering, are subject to regulation in Nevada. Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with legal counsel to determine the specific requirements for offering such contests in Nevada.

Source(s):

• [1.1] Creation; number and appointment of members; quorum; prohibitions concerning contests and exhibitions.
• [1.2] License for contest or exhibition; application for license; fee; limited, restricted or conditional license; bond; Athletic Commission’s Agency Account; additional deposit; exceptions.
• [3.1] Wagering outside enclosure or licensed establishment prohibited.
• [3.2] Regulations governing off-track pari-mutuel wagering; sharing of revenue; approval of Commission.
• [1.3] Insurance for licensed contestants.
• [1.4] Licenses for contestant, promoter, manager, trainer, ring official and others; temporary license; application for license; privileged statements; submission of fingerprints; withdrawal of application; uniform scale of fees; payment of costs of proceedings.
• [4.1] License required to conduct racing or pari-mutuel wagering; exceptions.

Jurisdiction

Nevada

• Gaming