Can I offer contests that involve merchandise prizes in South Dakota? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, contests that involve merchandise prizes can be offered in South Dakota, but there are certain requirements that must be met.

Requirements for Offering Contests with Merchandise Prizes

1. The contest must comply with the South Dakota Lottery laws and regulations, including SDCL 42-7A-9, which states that lottery expenses and prizes must be paid from lottery funds and general funds of the state may not be used or obligated to pay the expenses of the South Dakota Lottery or prizes of the lottery.
2. The contest must not violate any of the requirements for licensed video lottery machines, as outlined in SDCL 42-7A-37.
3. The contest must comply with the requirements for claiming prizes of more than $100, as outlined in SDAR 48:01:04:12.
4. The contest must comply with the requirements for written prize notices, as outlined in SDCL 37-32-3.
5. The contest must comply with the requirements for amount from sale of tickets allocated for payment of prizes and means of payment for prizes, as outlined in SDCL 42-7A-23.

Conclusion

In summary, contests that involve merchandise prizes can be offered in South Dakota, but they must comply with the state’s lottery laws and regulations, as well as the specific requirements outlined above.

Jurisdiction

South Dakota

• Gaming