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

Requirements for Skill-Based Contests in New York

In New York, skill-based contests are allowed as long as they meet certain requirements. These requirements are outlined in the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) related to games of chance.

According to [1.1]" >9 NYCRR 4626.1, proceedings to fine, suspend, or revoke a license issued pursuant to the Games of Chance Licensing Law may be instituted either by the clerk, department, or the commission, on its own initiative or on complaint of any person, including any public official or agency. This means that any contests involving games of chance must be licensed by the commission.

To obtain a license as a games of chance supplier, a person, firm, partnership, organization, association, joint venture, corporation, or other business entity must apply for a license as provided in the Games of Chance Licensing Law and [3.2]" >9 NYCRR 4607.1. The commission will issue a license as a games of chance supplier upon payment of a license fee, as outlined in [3.3]" >9 NYCRR 4607.8.

Additionally, [4.3]" >9 NYCRR 4622.5 prohibits the payment of any commission, salary, compensation, reward, recompense, reimbursement of expenses, or gift or other consideration to any person for conducting or assisting in the conduct of any game or games of chance, except as provided for bookkeepers or accountants who assist by rendering their professional services. This means that any contests involving games of chance must not involve any payment or reward to the participants.

Conclusion

In summary, skill-based contests are allowed in New York as long as they are licensed by the commission and do not involve any payment or reward to the participants.

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New York