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Can you summarize 31 VTST Chapter 23?
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Short Summary
These legal documents pertain to the distribution and sale of break-open tickets in Vermont. They establish regulations for licensed distributors and manufacturers, as well as nonprofit organizations involved in the sale of break-open tickets. The documents require licensed distributors and manufacturers to maintain records and books related to the distribution and sale of break-open tickets, and make them available for auditing by the Commissioner. Licensed distributors are also required to file certain information with the Commissioner, including the names of organizations to which break-open tickets were sold, the number of boxes of tickets sold to each organization, and the ticket denomination and serial numbers for each box. The records and reports filed under this section are designated as confidential, but can be disclosed to specifically designated persons under State or federal law or regulation. The Commissioner of Liquor and Lottery is required to provide the records and reports to the Attorney General upon request. The documents also outline the restrictions on the sale of break-open tickets. Only nonprofit organizations are allowed to purchase break-open tickets from licensed distributors, and distributors can only sell break-open tickets to nonprofit organizations, unless written approval is obtained from the Commissioner. Retail sale of break-open tickets is limited to nonprofit organizations, and they are prohibited from being sold at premises licensed to sell alcoholic beverages, except for clubs or if all proceeds are used exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and civic undertakings. Nonprofit organizations selling break-open tickets are required to report quarterly to the Department of Liquor and Lottery, providing information on the number of tickets purchased and distributed, revenue realized, and deductions made. Failure to comply with these reporting requirements may result in violation of the provisions outlined in these documents. The documents also govern the manufacture and distribution of break-open tickets in Vermont. Only persons licensed by the Commissioner are allowed to manufacture break-open tickets, and licensed manufacturers can only sell them to licensed distributors. Distributors who sell or distribute break-open tickets for resale in Vermont must also be licensed by the Commissioner and meet certain criteria. The documents do not specify any penalties for non-compliance or violation of their provisions. However, it is important to note that the information provided is based solely on the content of the legal documents and may not encompass all relevant laws and regulations.
Whom does it apply to?
Licensed distributors, licensed manufacturers, nonprofit organizations
What does it govern?
Distribution and sale of break-open tickets
What are exemptions?
Persons who distribute only jar tickets used for merchandise prizes
What are the Penalties?
Not specified
Jurisdiction
Vermont