Wisconsin § 563.02 - Purpose.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 563.02 — Purpose., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 563.02. Purpose.
The legislature declares that: 563.02(1) (1) All phases of the conduct of bingo, except bingo games using free cards and donated prizes for which no payment of consideration is made by participants, should be closely controlled by appropriate laws and rules, which should be uniformly enforced throughout this state. 563.02(1m) (1m) All phases of the conduct of raffles should be closely controlled by appropriate laws, which should be uniformly enforced throughout this state. 563.02(2) (2) The conduct of bingo, raffles and all attendant activities, except bingo games using free cards and donated prizes for which no payment of consideration is made by participants, should be so regulated as to discourage commercialization of bingo and raffles in all forms and to ensure the maximum use of the profits of bingo exclusively for proper and legitimate expenditures. 563.02(3) (3) It is a matter of statewide concern to foster and support proper and legitimate expenditures and to prevent commercialized gambling, participation by criminal and other undesirable elements and diversion of funds from usage for proper and legitimate expenses. 563.02 History History: 1973 c. 156 ; 1975 c. 99 ; 1977 c. 426 ; 1987 a. 21 ; 1989 a. 147 ; 1991 a. 269 s. 779r ; Stats. 1991 s. 563.02; 2015 a. 6 . 563.02 Annotation The state may not enforce bingo laws on Indian reservations. Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin v. Wisconsin, 518 F. Supp. 712 (1981).
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 563.02
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 563.02 cover?
Section 563.02 ("Purpose.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Wisconsin § 563.02?
A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 563.02" (Wisconsin). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Wisconsin official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Wisconsin attorney.
How does Wisconsin § 563.02 apply to my situation?
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