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Can I offer contests that involve in-game promotions in Indiana? What are the requirements?
Based on the documents provided, it appears that contests involving in-game promotions are not specifically addressed. However, promotional events are regulated by the Indiana Gaming Commission [3.1].
To conduct a promotional event, a casino licensee must submit a promotional event to the commission for approval or review if the promotional event is listed under sections 1(d) or 1(e) of the rule [3.1]. The submission must include a copy of the official rules, a detailed description of the ways a patron can win, a copy of the marketing materials, a copy of documents used in the implementation of the promotional event, and the signature of the casino licensee’s general manager or designee [3.1].
Advertisements for allowable activities must contain the name, license number, and reference number, in bold print, of the organization conducting the event [1.4]. An organization conducting an allowable activity shall not advertise for that activity using a business name, such as a “d/b/a”, which is different from the name on the organization’s license, on any advertisement or signage [1.4].
Based on the documents provided, it is unclear whether contests involving in-game promotions would be considered allowable activities or promotional events. It is recommended that you consult with legal counsel to determine the specific requirements for conducting contests involving in-game promotions in Indiana.
Therefore, the answer to your query is: It is unclear whether contests involving in-game promotions are allowed in Indiana. It is recommended that you consult with legal counsel to determine the specific requirements for conducting such contests.
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Indiana