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Can I offer contests that involve college sports in Missouri? What are the requirements?

Offering Contests Involving College Sports in Missouri

According to the Missouri Fantasy Sports Consumer Protection Act, fantasy sports contest operators (FSCOs) are allowed to offer fantasy sports contests (FSCs) for play by persons located in Missouri in accordance with the Act [1.1]. However, the Act does not specify whether contests involving college sports are allowed or not.

The Operational Requirements for Fantasy Sports Contest Operators state that FSCOs must comply with section 313.915 and 313.920, RSMo, regarding the verification of each FSC player’s true identity, date of birth, and address, including, but not limited to, independent verification of age using information obtained from independent sources outside of the player seeking to open an account. Third-party services may be used to verify the age and location of a player. Each licensed operator shall use such information, at a minimum, to prevent underage individuals from establishing accounts, and to prevent players from establishing more than one (1) account or username or playing anonymously [1.3].

Based on the available information, it is unclear whether offering contests involving college sports is allowed in Missouri. It is recommended to contact the Missouri Gaming Commission for further clarification on this matter.

Additionally, Fantasy Sports Contest Operators in Missouri have certain responsibilities, including a continuing duty to disclose any material changes in information provided in the application forms and requested materials submitted to the commission [1.2]. They are also required to maintain a properly constituted special purpose entity approved by the commission to segregate player funds from operational funds as required by section 313.915, RSMo [1.4].

Therefore, if you plan to offer contests involving college sports in Missouri, it is recommended to contact the Missouri Gaming Commission for further clarification on this matter and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

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Missouri