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SPORTS WAGERING > SELF-EXCLUSION
Short Summary
This legal document governs the self-exclusion program for sports wagering in Illinois. It applies to individuals who have enrolled in the self-exclusion program and are on the Self-Exclusion List. Individuals on the Self-Exclusion List are prohibited from placing or redeeming wagers. Any wager placed by an individual on the Self-Exclusion List prior to enrollment in the program is considered void. Individuals who enroll in the self-exclusion program have the option to return any in-person wagering ticket to the master sports wagering licensee for a refund of the original wager amount, provided the refund occurs before the start of the event or series of events on which the wager is dependent. If a wager is identified as being placed by an individual on the Self-Exclusion List after the start of the event or series of events, it is deemed void and the original amount of the wager is deducted from the adjusted gross sports wagering receipts and forfeited by the individual. The forfeited amount is then donated to the charitable or government agency specified by the individual at the time of enrollment. Additionally, individuals on the Self-Exclusion List are not allowed to open new sports wagering accounts. The document also outlines the duties of master sports wagering licensees regarding self-excluded persons. The licensees are required to flag the names, addresses, and birthdates of individuals on the Self-Exclusion List on all mailing, marketing, or promotional lists or databases. They are prohibited from sending marketing or promotional materials to self-excluded persons. The licensees must maintain a system to detect self-excluded persons and enforce the regulations. They are also prohibited from cashing checks, extending credit, or assisting self-excluded persons in obtaining funds for gambling purposes. Verification of identity against the Self-Exclusion List is required for accepting wagers over $500 or redeeming wagers for currency over $2,000, unless the wager is placed within the admissions turnstiles of a gaming operation or organization gaming facility. Licensees with owners or organization gaming licenses must provide a means for self-excluded individuals to turn in unredeemed tickets for refunds. For licensees conducting internet wagering, they must not allow self-excluded individuals to open new sports wagering accounts, identify and suspend existing accounts, void outstanding wagers, and refund any remaining balance to the patron in accordance with their internal control system. The document also governs the distribution and availability of the Confidential Self-Exclusion List, prohibiting the disclosure of the name of any person on the Self-Exclusion List to any third party, unless specifically authorized by rule or required by a court order for the release of mental health records and information. Licensees, applicants, and key persons are also prohibited from disclosing the name or identifying information of a self-excluded person, except as necessary to effectuate the Self-Exclusion program. Any knowing disclosure of the identity of a person on the Self-Exclusion List may result in disciplinary action. Entities subject to this document must comply with the approved internal controls and maintain the confidentiality of self-excluded persons’ identities.
Whom does it apply to?
Individuals who have enrolled in the self-exclusion program and are on the Self-Exclusion List, master sports wagering licensees, management services provider licensees, licensees, applicants, key persons, and affiliate gaming entities
What does it govern?
Self-exclusion program for sports wagering in Illinois
What are exemptions?
Disclosure of the name of any person on the Self-Exclusion List is allowed if specifically authorized by rule or required by a court order for the release of mental health records and information. Disclosure is also allowed to the Board or its staff, or to a person authorized in writing by the self-excluded person.
What are the Penalties?
Disciplinary action for knowing disclosure of the identity of a person on the Self-Exclusion List
Jurisdiction
Illinois