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Can you summarize MDCR 36.10.18.04?
Sports Wagering Technical Standards > Geolocation Systems.
Short Summary
This document, part of the Maryland State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency’s SPORTS WAGERING PROVISIONS, outlines the requirements for geolocation systems in the context of sports wagering. It applies to sports wagering licensees and sports wagering platforms. The document mandates that sports wagering licensees keep their geolocation systems up to date by integrating current solutions that can detect the use of remote desktop software, rootkits, virtualization, and any other programs identified by the Commission as having the ability to circumvent geolocation measures. Licensees are also required to continually review the integrity of the geolocation system to detect and mitigate location fraud risks. The geolocation system should reasonably detect the physical location of individuals attempting to access the sports wagering platform and block attempts to place online sports wagers when individuals are not within the State. The system must ensure that bettors are located within the State when placing sports wagers and should block unauthorized attempts to place sports wagers when individuals are not within the State. The Commission has the authority to impose additional geolocation requirements if necessary.
Whom does it apply to?
Sports wagering licensees and sports wagering platforms
What does it govern?
Geolocation systems for sports wagering
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified.
Jurisdiction
Maryland