Section 15.160.656. Raffle variations.

	(a)  The provisions of 15 AAC 160.640(b) - (d) do not apply to the following raffle variations if they are conducted at a single event, at a single time and gaming location, with all players present:  
		(1) a bucket or basket raffle;  
		(2) a raffle with a merchandise prize;  
		(3) a split-the-pot raffle.  
	(b)  A permittee may conduct a calendar raffle. If the winning tickets are to be returned to the ticket pool for drawings on subsequent dates in the raffle, this provision must be included in the house rules.  
	(c)  With adequate notice to raffle ticket purchasers, a permittee may conduct a progressive raffle. A sign-in book, a descriptive poster at the point of sale, and serialized dual roll tickets may be used to satisfy the requirements of 15 AAC 160.640(b) - (d). House rules must provide for player eligibility and rules of play. One year from the start of a progressive raffle, if there has been no winner, the permittee must draw until there is a winner, at which time the permittee may start a new progressive raffle. Prizes may not exceed 85 percent of gross receipts.  
	(d)  Any raffle format not described by 15 AAC 160.640, 15 AAC 160.652, or this section must be approved by the department under AS 05.15  and this chapter before the raffle may be conducted.  
	(e)  House rules describing the rules and procedures governing a raffle under this section must be prominently posted before the sale of tickets starts.  

Authorities

05.15.060;05.15.100;05.15.180

Notes

Authority

AS 05.15.060 AS 05.15.100 AS 05.15.180

History

Eff. 9/3/2005, Register 175