The site makes me wonder what the legal situation of raffles with regards to gambling regulations in the US (or anywhere else) is? I know they are popular in schools. Are they are legal without having to acquire any permits, or are they are usually just to low profile to matter?
We're a group of HS students going to NYC to learn about startups
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#12The site makes me wonder what the legal situation of raffles with regards to gambling regulations in the US (or anywhere else) is? I know they are popular in schools. Are they are legal without having to acquire any permits, or are they are usually just to low profile to matter?
They are generally legal for non-profits, but it's complicated and depends on the state.
General information: http://www.nals.org/?p=1340
New York State: http://www.charitiesnys.com/pdfs/raffles.pdf
Re: We're a group of HS students going to NYC to learn about startups
#13Please check into the legal implications of this and add some detailed CYA (cover your ass) terms to that page.
The way it is set up now is not legale in my province at least. (and most likely all of Canada )
Sweepstakes = gambling