Online Lottery Lotto question

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RJOh — Sun, 18 Apr 2004 02:49:40 GMT

Any lottery that contains each of the three elements of prize chance and consideration is illegal by federal and state law. But, individual states can draft special statutes legalizing or excepting certain promotions according to the laws of that state. That is why some states can have a state run lottery. These lotteries are specifically regulated according to their authorizing statutes. Other possible exceptions that are allowed in many states might include raffles by charitable organizations.... [ More ]

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DoctorEw220 — Sun, 18 Apr 2004 02:37:21 GMT

Quote: Originally posted by trent2275 on April 17, 2004Does anyone know the legality of having your own online lotto? I cannot find any info about it.why do you ask? you getting a few ideas

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BobP — Sun, 18 Apr 2004 01:31:55 GMT

Quote: Originally posted by trent2275 on April 17, 2004Does anyone know the legality of having your own online lotto? I cannot find any info about it.It's ok provided you don't charge money to play. Some states require you post bond or otherwise provide proof of ability to pay the prizes. Visit a site like http://www.lotto-logix.com/games.html and click on any of the Free Lotto Games, most offer you the opportunity to host your own online games. For what it's worth, this business model is no... [ More ]

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keystonechas — Sun, 18 Apr 2004 00:59:22 GMT

It's against federal law, and state lotterys won't stand idly by.See the thread: News>Michigan authorities break up private lottery, seize $2.2 millionChas

Online Lottery Lotto question

trent2275 — Sun, 18 Apr 2004 00:46:19 GMT

Does anyone know the legality of having your own online lotto? I cannot find any info about it.