Lottery Law
/ˈlɒtəri lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law regulating the operation, licensing, and compliance of lotteries to ensure fairness and legality.
The state's lottery law requires strict auditing of all ticket sales and prize distributions.
- (n.) Statutory provisions governing the legal framework, restrictions, and enforcement mechanisms applicable to games of chance involving prize allocation based on random selection.
Under lottery law, unlicensed lottery operations are subject to fines and penalties.
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- lottery law
- lottery laws
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Commentary
Lottery law often overlaps with gambling regulations and requires careful provisions to balance revenue generation with preventing fraud and illegal gaming.
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