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

Based on the additional information provided in ^[1.3], there are restrictions on the frequency of charitable gaming events conducted by licensed charitable organizations in Kentucky. Charitable organizations conducting bingo are limited to one session per day, two sessions per week, for a period not to exceed five hours per session ^[1.3]. However, it is unclear if these restrictions apply to skill-based games.

To offer contests involving skill-based games in Kentucky, a charitable organization must be licensed by the Department of Charitable Gaming and meet certain requirements outlined in KRS 238.535 ^[1.2]. These requirements include possessing a tax-exempt status under certain sections of the Internal Revenue Code, being established and continuously operating within Kentucky for charitable purposes for at least three years prior to application, and actively engaging in charitable activities during the three years immediately prior to application ^[1.2].

All applicants for a charitable gaming license in Kentucky, including those conducting skill-based games, must undergo a state and national criminal history background check ^[1.1]. Additionally, certain criminal convictions may disqualify an applicant from obtaining a license ^[1.1].

In summary, while there are restrictions on the frequency of charitable gaming events conducted by licensed charitable organizations in Kentucky, it is unclear if these restrictions apply to skill-based games. To offer contests involving skill-based games, a charitable organization must be licensed by the Department of Charitable Gaming and meet certain requirements outlined in KRS 238.535. All applicants for a charitable gaming license must undergo a criminal history background check, and certain criminal convictions may disqualify an applicant from obtaining a license.

Source(s):

• [1.1] Licensing requirements – Criminal history background check – Disqualification.
• [1.2] Licensing of charitable organizations conducting charitable gaming – Exemptions – Qualifications.
• [1.3] Restrictions on frequency, prizes, and participants for various types of charitable gaming – Limitations on charitable organizations that conduct charity fundraising events.

Jurisdiction

Kentucky

• Gaming