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

To offer contests that involve both skill and chance in West Virginia, a license must be obtained, fees must be paid, qualification requirements must be met, suitable office space must be provided, annual audits must be submitted, a surety bond must be executed, management service contract rules must be followed, and general control over tournaments must be provided [1.1][4.1]. However, it is important to note that Sunday contests are prohibited in West Virginia, except in case of emergency, State Championship finals may be played on Sunday after 1:00 p.m [2.1]. Additionally, the West Virginia Lottery interactive wagering license may be granted to an operator that provides for the right to conduct West Virginia Lottery interactive wagering, but the applicant must hold a valid racetrack video lottery license issued by the commission, pursuant to §29-22A-1 et seq. of this code, or a valid license to operate a gaming facility, issued by the commission pursuant to §29-25-1 et seq. of this code, and otherwise meet the requirements for licensure under the provisions of this article and the rules of the commission [3.1]. Finally, a licensed sports wagering supplier shall submit to the commission a list of all sports wagering equipment and services sold, delivered to, or offered to a West Virginia Lottery sports wagering licensee in this state, as required by the commission, all of which must be tested and approved by an independent testing laboratory approved by the commission [1.2].

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