Code of Massachusetts Regulations
940 CMR - OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Title 940 CMR 13.00 - Regulations Governing Bazaars
Section 13.06 - Operation of Games
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) Wagering by Use of Chips, Script or the Like Required. A Licensed Organization may allow wagers to be placed only in the form of chips, script or the like and purchased for cash at the Function at which the wager is made. Wagering in the form of currency or representations of credit is expressly prohibited. Chips, script or the like may be redeemed at only the specific Function where they were acquired.
(2) House Rules. Prior to conducting a Function, each Licensed Organization shall develop a set of house rules which will govern the type, scope and manner of all games to be conducted. Among other information, these rules shall establish the maximum amount of wagers which may be placed by persons participating in games. In addition, the rules shall prohibit the giving of anything of value to any person involved in the management or operation of the Function and prohibit any involved in the management or operation of the Function from accepting anything of value. A copy of the rules shall be posted conspicuously on the premises where the Function is being conducted at all times during the occasion, and a copy thereof shall be made available upon request, to any law enforcement officer. The maximum wager and rules for individual games shall be displayed at the location of each said game so as to be conspicuous to those persons participating in said game.