Can I offer contests that involve entry fees in Idaho? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, it is legal to conduct contests that involve entry fees in Idaho, but there are certain requirements that must be followed.

Requirements for Contests with Entry Fees

• All organizations conducting contests, whether licensed or unlicensed, must abide by the rules outlined in Title 67, Chapter 77, Idaho Code, and IDAPA 52.01.03.400 ^[1.1].
• Charitable or non-profit organizations are limited to conducting twelve (12) raffle events per year, provided that this limitation shall not apply to public or private elementary or secondary schools located in the state ^[1.2].

Payment of Winnings and Charitable Contributions

• All payments for expenses and donations for charitable purposes must be paid by check from the Separate Bank Account and recorded in the bingo operation’s general ledger ^[1.3].

Therefore, if you are planning to conduct a contest with entry fees in Idaho, you must ensure that you follow the requirements outlined in the relevant documents.

Source(s):

• [1.1] REQUIREMENTS FOR ORGANIZATIONS CONDUCTING RAFFLES.
• [1.2] LIMITATION ON ANNUAL NUMBER OF RAFFLES.
• [1.3] PAYMENT OF EXPENSES, WINNINGS, AND CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS.

Jurisdiction

Idaho

• Gaming