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Can I offer contests that involve in-game promotions in Michigan? What are the requirements?

Based on the context documents, it appears that offering contests that involve in-game promotions in Michigan is allowed under certain conditions.

Requirements for Offering Fantasy Contests

According to MICL 432.515, a fantasy contest conducted under this act does not violate the Michigan penal code, 1931 PA 328, MCL 750.1 to 750.568. However, MICL 432.508 specifies that a fantasy contest must not be offered on, at, or from certain locations, including a kiosk or machine physically located in a retail business location, bar, restaurant, or other commercial establishment, a place of public accommodation, or a facility owned, operated, or occupied by a private club, association, or similar membership-based organization. This section does not apply to a casino licensee licensed by the board under the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, 1996 IL 1, 432.201 to 432.226, or a federally recognized Indian tribe licensed under the lawful internet gaming act or the lawful sports betting act.

Requirements for Offering Progressive Jackpot Bingo

MICL 432.105c outlines the requirements for offering Michigan progressive jackpot bingo. While this may not be directly related to in-game promotions, it provides insight into the requirements for offering certain types of games in Michigan.

Fantasy Contest Operator License

MICL 432.503 specifies that a person shall not offer fantasy contests in Michigan unless the person is a licensed fantasy contest operator. However, an individual may offer, solely from his or her private residence, one or more fantasy contests, if none of the contests are made available to the general public, each of the contests is limited to no more than 15 total fantasy contest players, and the individual collects no more than $10,000.00 in total entry fees for all fantasy contests offered in a calendar year, at least 95% of which entry fees are awarded to the fantasy contest players. A casino licensee licensed by the board under the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, 1996 IL 1, MCL 432.201 to 432.226, or an Indian tribe that lawfully conducts class III gaming in a casino located in Michigan under a facility license issued in accordance with a tribal gaming ordinance approved by the chair of the National Indian Gaming Commission and is licensed under the lawful sports betting act or the lawful internet gaming act may offer and conduct fantasy contests without applying for or holding a license under this act.

Based on the available information, it is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that your specific in-game promotion meets all necessary requirements under Michigan law.

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