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

Based on the provided context documents, it appears that contests that involve in-game promotions may fall under the category of “games of chance” and may require a license to be conducted in New York.

Requirements for Conducting Games of Chance in New York

According to NYCL GMU § 190, any organization that wishes to conduct games of chance in New York must obtain a license from the board. The application for a license must include information such as the name and address of the applicant, the names and addresses of its officers, the date and time of the event, the amount of rent to be paid, and the purposes to which the entire net proceeds of such games are to be devoted.

Advertising Games of Chance in New York

A licensee may advertise the conduct of games of chance to the general public by means of newspaper, circular, handbill, and poster, and by one sign not exceeding sixty square feet in area, which may be displayed on or adjacent to the premises owned or occupied by a licensed authorized organization, through the internet or television as may be regulated by the rules and regulations of the commission.

Additional Requirements for Subscription Applications

According to 9 NYCRR 5005.4, subscription applications must contain the required amount of unduplicated game numbers selected from the numbers available for the game that the applicant indicates on his or her application. Additionally, the application must include the applicant’s identifying information, including identifying information for each member of a group applicant. If an application is submitted without complete applicant identifying information, the commission may seek additional information from the applicant.

Conclusion

Based on the above information, it is recommended that you obtain a license from the board before conducting contests that involve in-game promotions in New York. Additionally, any advertising of such contests must comply with the rules and regulations of the commission. Subscription applications must also contain the required information and unduplicated game numbers.

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