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Can you summarize WVCO Chapter 29, Article 22A?
MISCELLANEOUS BOARDS AND OFFICERS. > RACETRACK VIDEO LOTTERY.
Short Summary
The legal document provides definitions for terms related to video lottery games and terminals in West Virginia. It establishes the authority and responsibilities of the West Virginia Lottery Commission and outlines the requirements and processes for obtaining video lottery licenses and permits. The document also governs the approval, testing, and maintenance of video lottery terminals, specifying hardware and software requirements. It addresses the distribution of net terminal income and excess net terminal income among various entities and funds. The document sets forth the qualifications and requirements for obtaining a video lottery license or permit, including background checks and financial obligations. It also outlines the procedures for applying for licenses or permits, conducting local option elections, and the conditions for issuing, renewing, and revoking licenses or permits. The document further outlines the general duties and responsibilities of various entities involved in video lottery operations, including license and permit holders, manufacturers, service technicians, validation managers, floor attendants, and licensed racetracks. It also covers the payment of credits awarded on video lottery terminals, transportation and registration of terminals, and offenses and penalties related to video lottery games and terminals. The document establishes the Compulsive Gambling Treatment Fund and outlines the requirements for treatment programs for compulsive gamblers. Overall, the document provides a comprehensive legal framework for the operation and regulation of video lottery games and terminals in West Virginia.
Whom does it apply to?
The document applies to various entities including the West Virginia Lottery Commission, manufacturers of video lottery terminals, licensed racetracks, service technicians, validation managers, floor attendants, and players.
What does it govern?
The legal document governs the operation and regulation of video lottery games and terminals in West Virginia.
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned in this document.
What are the Penalties?
The document outlines penalties for offenses related to video lottery games and terminals, ranging from fines of up to $50,000 and jail terms of up to one year for misdemeanors, to imprisonment in the penitentiary for one to ten years for felonies.
Jurisdiction
West Virginia