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Can I offer contests that involve non-cash prizes in Idaho? What are the requirements?

Requirements for Offering Contests with Non-Cash Prizes in Idaho

Based on the context documents, it is lawful to offer contests that involve non-cash prizes in Idaho. However, there are certain requirements that must be followed.

  1. The contest must be conducted by a charitable or nonprofit organization [2.2].
  2. The contest must comply with the provisions of Idaho Code Chapter 38 and the rules of the state lottery commission [2.2].
  3. The contest must not violate any provision of Idaho Code Chapter 38 or the rules of the state lottery commission [2.2].
  4. The contest must not offer a cash prize [1.1].
  5. The contest must comply with the accounting and use of proceeds requirements set forth in Idaho Code Chapter 38 [2.3].

It is important to note that the Idaho Code Chapter 38 also covers raffles and bingo games. Raffles can be conducted by charitable or nonprofit organizations in accordance with the provisions of Idaho Code Chapter 38 [2.1]. The maximum aggregate value of cash prize(s) that may be offered or paid for any one (1) raffle, which is not a duck race is one thousand dollars ($1,000) [2.1]. Bingo games can also be conducted by charitable or nonprofit organizations in accordance with the provisions of Idaho Code Chapter 38 [2.4].

It is recommended to consult with a legal professional or the state lottery commission for the most up-to-date information on the requirements for offering contests with non-cash prizes in Idaho.

[1.1]: Idaho Code Section 67-7437 [2.1]: Idaho Code Section 67-7710 [2.2]: Idaho Code Section 67-7707 [2.3]: Idaho Code Section 67-7709

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