Indiana § 4-33-10-7 - Internet sweepstakes games prohibited; civil penalty
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§ 4-33-10-7. Internet sweepstakes games prohibited; civil penalty
Sec. 7. (a) As used in this section, "sweepstakes game" means a game, contest, or promotion that:
(1) is available on the Internet;
(2) is accessible on a mobile phone, computer terminal, or similar access device;
(3) utilizes a dual-currency or multi-currency system of payment allowing a player to exchange currency for:
(A) a cash prize, a cash award, or cash equivalents; or
(B) a chance to win a cash prize, a cash award, or cash equivalents; and
(4) simulates:
(A) lottery games; or
(B) casino-style gaming, including slot machines, video poker, table games, bingo, or sports wagering.
However, the term does not include a game, contest, or promotion offered by the state lottery commission or peer to peer skill-based poker games.
(b) The commission may levy a civil penalty in the amount of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) against an operator or individual who knowingly uses the Internet to conduct a sweepstakes game:
(1) in Indiana; or
(2) in a transaction directly involving a person located in Indiana.
As added by P.L.153-2026, SEC.15.
IC 4-33-11Chapter 11. Judicial Review
4-33-11-1Administrative orders and procedures law applicable to commission 4-33-11-2Venue 4-33-11-3Suspension of license; required suspension of operations by operating agent; revocation of license
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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