Can I offer contests that involve skill-based games in Alaska? What are the requirements?

Skill-based contests in Alaska

Based on the information provided in the context documents, it appears that contests of skill are no longer allowed in Alaska ^[2.1]. Therefore, it is recommended that you do not offer contests that involve skill-based games in Alaska.

However, there are provisions for conducting other types of games such as bingo, raffles, lotteries, pull-tab games, ice classics, race classics, rain classics, goose classics, mercury classics, deep freeze classics, canned salmon classics, salmon classics, king salmon classics, snow classics, snow machine classics, fish derbies, animal classics, crane classics, cabbage classics, Calcutta pools, and big bull moose derbies ^[3.2]. To conduct these activities, a permit must be obtained from the Department of Revenue ^[3.2].

The department may also issue an operator’s license to a natural person to conduct an activity permitted under this chapter, other than a Calcutta pool, on behalf of a municipality or a qualified organization ^[3.2]. The department may supplement the definitions of qualified organizations and activities by regulations adopted under this chapter adding to the definitions additional requirements that the department considers necessary for the best interests of the public or for the proper administration of this chapter ^[3.4].

Therefore, if you are interested in conducting any of the activities listed above, it is recommended that you consult with the Department of Revenue to determine the specific requirements for obtaining a permit.

Source(s):

• [2.1] Contests of skill definitions.
• [3.2] Issuance of permits and licenses.
• [3.4] Department may impose additional requirements.

Jurisdiction

Alaska

• Gaming