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Can I offer contests that involve VIP programs in Delaware? What are the requirements?
Based on the documents provided, there are no explicit requirements or prohibitions for offering contests that involve VIP programs in Delaware. However, if you plan to offer interactive fantasy sports contests in Delaware, you must comply with the Delaware Interactive Fantasy Contests Act [1.3][1.4][1.5].
To offer interactive fantasy sports contests in Delaware, you must register as an interactive fantasy sports registrant with the Director of the Delaware Division of Gaming Enforcement [1.3]. You must also ensure that contests are only offered to authorized players, which includes authorized Delaware players [1.5]. Additionally, you must prohibit participation in contests involving prohibited sports events, such as high school sport or athletic events [1.5]. You must calculate and report the resident percentage for each interactive fantasy sports contest [1.5].
The Director of the Delaware 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 the Delaware Interactive Fantasy Contests Act [1.6].
In Delaware, it is unlawful for an individual who is under 18 years old to purchase a lottery ticket or participate in an internet ticket game. It is unlawful for an individual who is under 21 years old to wager on the video lottery, sports lottery, table games, internet table games, or internet video lottery [1.9].
Therefore, if you plan to offer contests that involve VIP programs in Delaware, you must ensure that you comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including those related to interactive fantasy sports contests and age restrictions.
Source(s):
- [1.3] Registration.
- [1.4] Short title.
- [1.5] Definitions.
- [1.6] Powers and duties of the Director.
- [1.9] Sales to certain persons prohibited; penalties.
Jurisdiction
Delaware