Can I collect server log information from participants in Pennsylvania? What are the requirements?

Requirements for Collecting Server Log Information in Pennsylvania

Based on the provided documents, there are no specific regulations or requirements for collecting server log information from participants in Pennsylvania. However, there are general guidelines that must be followed to ensure the protection of confidential information and the integrity of gaming in the state.

According to 58 PACO Section 407a.3, confidential information may include personal information, proprietary information, security information, and records designated confidential by statute or the Board. Therefore, any server log information collected must be reviewed to ensure that it does not contain confidential information that could be harmful if released.

Additionally, 58 PACO Section 1115a.1 requires that all books, records, and documents pertaining to the conduct of video gaming be maintained in a secure location and be immediately available for inspection upon request of the Board, the Bureau, the Department, the Pennsylvania State Police, or the Attorney General, or agents thereof. Therefore, any server log information collected must be stored in a secure location and be available for inspection upon request.

Finally, 58 PACO Section 807a.9 imposes a duty on slot machine licensees, interactive gaming certificate holders, and interactive gaming operators to investigate the background and qualifications of applicants for interactive gaming service provider registration or certification. Therefore, any server log information collected must be reviewed to ensure that it does not contain information about individuals or entities that could be injurious to the public health, safety, morals, good order, and general welfare of the residents of Pennsylvania or threaten the integrity of gaming in the state.

In addition to the above, 4 PACS 1805 states that the commissions and board shall reimburse the Pennsylvania State Police for actual costs incurred as approved by the board for the conducting of investigations under this part.

Therefore, to collect server log information from participants in Pennsylvania, you must ensure that the information collected does not contain confidential information, must be stored in a secure location, must be available for inspection upon request, and must not contain information about individuals or entities that could be injurious to the public health, safety, morals, good order, and general welfare of the residents of Pennsylvania or threaten the integrity of gaming in the state. Additionally, you may be required to reimburse the Pennsylvania State Police for actual costs incurred for the conducting of investigations under this part.

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Source(s):

• [2.1] Reimbursement.
• [1.2] Minutes of public meeting and annual report.
• [2.2] Submission of fingerprints and photographs.
• [2.3] Duty to provide.
• [3.1] General interactive gaming service provider requirements.
• [3.2] Qualification of individuals and entities of certified interactive gaming service providers.

Jurisdiction

Pennsylvania

• Privacy