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Can I offer contests that involve skill-based games in Louisiana? What are the requirements?
Yes, you can offer contests that involve skill-based games in Louisiana. However, such games must be operated in accordance with the regulations set forth in LARS § 4.10.3 [1.1]. The requirements for specific games are outlined in this section, including the milk bottle game, certain games, roll-a-game, break-balloon ball games, break-the-record games, clown pop-em-in or bungaloo board, bowling alleys, cat racks, African dip or similar games, break-balloon dart game, ring-bottle game, cane rack, fishing pole or bottle set-up game, hoop-la games, wooden-duck game, guess-weight game, hi-strikers, pitch game, long range, cork, bazooka galleries, cork-shooting gallery, archery, ring-the-pin game, football game, ball games, and bulldozers.
It is important to note that the Louisiana Administrative Code does not provide specific requirements for contests that involve skill-based games beyond the regulations set forth in LARS § 4.10.3. Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that your contest complies with all applicable laws and regulations in Louisiana.
Additionally, sweepstakes promotions are regulated by the Department of Justice, office of attorney general, as provided for in LARS § 51.1726 [2.1]. The suitability and requirements for conducting fantasy sports contests are outlined in 42 LAAC Part VII Chapter 3 Section 309, §309 [3.1]. Promotional contests have prerequisites for lawful promotion as provided for in LARS § 51.1721 [2.2].
Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that your contest complies with all applicable laws and regulations in Louisiana, including those related to sweepstakes promotions, fantasy sports contests, and promotional contests.
Source(s):
- [1.1] Specific games; requirements
- [2.1] Sweepstakes promotions
- [3.1] Suitability and Requirements
- [2.2] Promotional contests; prerequisites for lawful promotion
Jurisdiction
Louisiana