La. Admin. Code tit. 42 § III-2953
Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024
Section III-2953 - PromotionsA. All promotional programs, including contests and tournaments, conducted by or on behalf of a licensee or casino operator shall comply with the Act and the rules and all federal and state laws and regulations and municipal ordinances including R.S. 4:701 et seq., the Louisiana Charitable Raffles, Bingo and Keno Licensing Law.B. The licensee and casino operator are responsible for ensuring that all promotional programs are in compliance with Subsection A of this Section.C. Promotional programs, including contests or tournaments, which impair the integrity of the games, the security, surveillance and well-being of persons on the licensee's or casino operator's property or the calculation of gaming revenue are prohibited. Issuance of coupons, scrip, and other cash equivalents used in conjunction with a promotion that does not impact the calculation of gaming revenues shall be considered a promotional expense of the licensee or casino operator. A licensee or casino operator that intends to offer coupons, scrip, and cash equivalents as part of a promotion shall adopt internal controls prior to the implementation of any such programs governing the use and accountability of the coupon, scrip, or cash equivalent.D. A slot jackpot may be increased as part of a promotional program. The increased portion of the jackpot which results from the promotion shall not be paid out by the machine. The increased portion of the jackpot shall be paid manually and shall be considered a promotional expense of the licensee or casino operator and may not be considered a payout for purposes of calculating net gaming proceeds, net slot machine proceeds, or gross gaming revenue.E. Any promotional program involving a giveaway of prizes or drawing for cash or prizes shall incorporate the following elements. 1. Only persons 21 years of age and older shall be eligible to participate.2. Entry forms required in drawings open to the general public shall be displayed in a prominent manner inside the casino.3. No payment or purchase of anything of value, including chips or tokens from the casino or any other business, shall be required for participation in any giveaway or drawing, nor shall there be a requirement to pay an entry fee.F. The division may terminate a promotional program at anytime by issuance of an order. This order need not be in writing to be effective but shall be followed by written notice of the action within three business days.La. Admin. Code tit. 42, § III-2953
Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR 38:1660 (July 2012).AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:15 and 24.