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MISSISSIPPI GAMING COMMISSION > Charitable Gaming Licensing
Short Summary
The provided legal document content pertains to the regulations governing Charitable Gaming Licensing in Mississippi. It specifically applies to charitable organizations, manufacturers, distributors, commercial lessors, operators, and distributors involved in charitable gaming activities. Charitable organizations must apply for a license from the Mississippi Gaming Commission, and the license is valid for a maximum of three years. The application process requires the submission of an application form, the required application fee, and copies of the organization’s previous three years’ federal and state tax returns. Religious organizations may be exempt from paying the application fee if they meet the criteria for exemption. Charitable organizations offering electronic pull-tabs are subject to a license fee equal to 2 1/2% of the net proceeds, which must be paid monthly to the Commission. The bingo location is required to remit fees based on the gross proceeds of each bingo session, unless the charitable organization qualifies as an exempted religious organization. Both the lessor and the charitable organization are responsible for ensuring that the facilities meet all local, state, and federal safety and health standards. Failure to maintain the required standards can result in the suspension and/or revocation of the charitable organization’s license. Commercial lessors are subject to various restrictions and requirements, including limitations on the number of bingo sessions conducted per day and week, reasonable rental rates, and prohibitions on additional payments or agreements with bingo suppliers. Both the commercial lessor and the charitable organization have an obligation to ensure that the facilities meet all safety and health standards. The document also outlines the licensing requirements for electronic video bingo and pull-tab devices, as well as the criteria for suitability approval and the non-transferability of licenses. The Mississippi Gaming Commission has the authority to deny, revoke, suspend, restrict, or limit a license based on suitability, criminal convictions, pending charges, or endangerment of public welfare. The document does not provide specific information about the penalties for non-compliance or violation of the Charitable Gaming Licensing regulations.
Whom does it apply to?
Charitable organizations, manufacturers, distributors, commercial lessors, operators, and distributors involved in charitable gaming activities in Mississippi
What does it govern?
Charitable Gaming Licensing
What are exemptions?
Religious organizations may be exempt from paying the application fee if they meet the criteria for exemption. No other exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
The penalties for non-compliance or violation of the Charitable Gaming Licensing regulations include suspension and/or revocation of the charitable organization's license, denial or removal of a permit stamp, and suspension or revocation of a charitable organization's license.
Jurisdiction
Mississippi