Ask Reggi Your Question Now

Reggi is the free generative AI assistance for regulatory compliance
Ask a Question

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

Yes, you can offer skill-based contests in Delaware, but you must comply with the Delaware Interactive Fantasy Contests Act [1.3][1.4][1.5]. The Act authorizes interactive fantasy sports contests that are not games of chance but rather games of skill [1.4]. Interactive fantasy sports contests are defined as online simulated games of skill in which one or more contestants compete against each other by using their knowledge and understanding of athletic events and athletes to select and manage rosters of players whose performance directly corresponds with the actual performance of competitors on sports teams and in sports contests [1.5].

To operate interactive fantasy sports contests in Delaware, you must register with the Delaware Division of Gaming Enforcement [1.5][1.6]. The Director of the Division of Gaming Enforcement has the power to approve and deny applications for registration to conduct contests in Delaware state, and to suspend, refuse to renew, or revoke any registration issued to a registrant under this subchapter [1.6].

Registrants must submit an annual report to the Director that includes the number of accounts held by authorized players, the total number of entry fees received from authorized players, the total number of prizes awarded to authorized players, and the total amount of interactive fantasy sports revenue received by the registrant [1.8].

Additionally, the Director shall promulgate regulations to implement the provisions of and effectuate the policy and objectives of this subchapter as the Director may deem necessary or advisable, including the development of the initial form of the application for registration. Such regulations shall provide for the registration and operation of contests in Delaware and shall include, without limitation, responsible protections with regard to compulsive play and safeguards for fair play [1.6].

Therefore, to offer skill-based contests in Delaware, you must register with the Delaware Division of Gaming Enforcement and comply with the regulations set forth by the Director.

Source(s):
Jurisdiction

Delaware