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Can I offer contests that involve chance-based games in Indiana? What are the requirements?
Based on the documents provided, it is possible to offer contests that involve chance-based games in Indiana, subject to certain requirements.
Requirements for Offering Contests Involving Chance-Based Games in Indiana
To offer contests that involve chance-based games in Indiana, the following requirements must be met:
- A retailer must obtain a type II gambling game or a ticket for a qualified drawing from a distributor licensed by the Indiana Gaming Commission [1.1][1.2].
- A qualified organization may conduct allowable single activities or exempt events in bars or taverns, including Indiana licensed casinos, subject to certain procedures and conditions [2.1][2.6].
- An out-of-state charitable organization that is licensed to conduct a raffle under IC 4-32.3-4-10 shall sell tickets only for the raffle within the geographic boundaries of the state of Indiana [2.2].
- In addition to the allowable activities identified in IC 4-32.3-2-2, the following activities are allowed: (1) A water race. (2) A guessing game. (3) A game of chance conducted as a fundraising activity of a qualified organization and approved by the commission [2.3][2.5].
- A qualified organization may conduct sports-themed tip boards and pull tab games in which the outcome is determined, in whole or in part, on a sporting event, subject to certain requirements [2.4].
Conclusion
In summary, it is possible to offer contests that involve chance-based games in Indiana, subject to certain requirements. These requirements include obtaining the necessary licenses, conducting the activities in accordance with the procedures and conditions set forth by the Indiana Gaming Commission, and complying with the applicable laws and regulations.
Source(s):
- [1.1] Acquisition of type II gambling games and drawing tickets from licensed distributors
- [1.2] Retailers authorized to offer type II gambling games and qualified drawings; conduct of qualified drawings
- [2.1] Conducting single and exempt events at bars or taverns; requirements
- [2.2] Raffle sales by out-of-state charitable organization
- [2.3] Allowable activities
- [2.4] Conducting an allowable activity
- [2.5] Guessing game
- [2.6] Advertising an allowable activity
Jurisdiction
Indiana