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Can I offer contests that involve both skill and chance in New Mexico? What are the requirements?
Based on the documents provided, it is possible to offer contests that involve both skill and chance in New Mexico, but there are certain requirements that must be met.
Requirements for Contests Involving Skill and Chance
According to [15.6.8.25 NMAC][1.1], all provisions in the section on amateur contests apply to all amateur events, contests, and exhibitions, unless the amateur event, contest, or exhibition is conducted pursuant to the rules for that form that are approved by the commission before the event, contest, or exhibition is conducted. This means that if the contest is not an amateur event, contest, or exhibition, it must be conducted pursuant to the rules approved by the commission.
Additionally, [15.4.8.3 NMAC][2.3] states that the New Mexico Bingo and Raffle Act authorizes the board to adopt rules to implement the Act and to ensure that games of chance conducted in New Mexico are conducted with fairness and that the participants and patrons are protected against illegal practices on any premises. This means that any contest involving skill and chance must be conducted fairly and legally.
Conclusion
In summary, it is possible to offer contests that involve both skill and chance in New Mexico, but they must be conducted pursuant to the rules approved by the commission and must be conducted fairly and legally.
Source(s):
- [1.1] AMATEUR CONTESTS
- [2.3] STATUTORY AUTHORITY
Jurisdiction
New Mexico