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General Provisions > Gambling, gambling devices and promotional contests.
Short Summary
This legal document, found in the Ohio Administrative Code under the Liquor Control Commission’s General Provisions, governs gambling, gambling devices, and promotional contests. It applies to holders of permits, agents or employees of permit holders, and individuals involved in gambling activities on liquor permit premises. Conviction for operating gambling devices or conducting gambling in violation of Chapter 2915 of the Revised Code can result in the suspension or revocation of permits. However, there are exemptions for selling authorized lottery tickets, conducting games or contests in accordance with specific provisions, conducting games of chance by charitable organizations, and conducting instant bingo with a license. Additionally, promotional games or contests that do not require payment or involve alcoholic beverages are allowed. It is important to strictly comply with the provisions of Chapter 2915 of the Revised Code to ensure compliance with this document.
Whom does it apply to?
Holders of permits, agents or employees of permit holders, and individuals involved in gambling activities on liquor permit premises
What does it govern?
Gambling, gambling devices, and promotional contests
What are exemptions?
Selling of lottery tickets authorized and issued by the Ohio state lottery commission, games or contests conducted in accordance with division (D) of section 2915.02 of the Revised Code, games of chance conducted by charitable organizations as defined in division (H) of section 2915.01 of the Revised Code, instant bingo conducted by charitable organizations with a license, promotional games or contests that do not involve payment or alcoholic beverages
What are the Penalties?
Suspension or revocation of permits
Jurisdiction
Ohio