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Can I offer contests that involve cash prizes in Maine? What are the requirements?
To offer contests that involve cash prizes in Maine, you must obtain a license from the director of the Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations [2.2]. The license application must include information such as the name and contact information of the applicant, ownership interests in the applicant, gross revenues from fantasy contests in Maine and other jurisdictions, and methods for determining and verifying the geographic location of contestants and protecting their personal information [2.2]. The director may deny an application or suspend, refuse to renew, or revoke a license if the applicant or licensee has made false statements, defaulted on payments to the state, violated any provisions of the licensing rules, or has a background that poses a threat to the public interest or the security and integrity of the contests [2.2].
It is important to note that the licensing rules apply specifically to fantasy contests [2.1], and it is unclear from the provided context whether other types of contests involving cash prizes are subject to similar regulations. If you have further questions or need more information, you may want to consult with a legal professional.
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Maine