IC 4-33-10-7: Internet sweepstakes games prohibited; civil penalty

Sec. 7. (a) As used in this section, "sweepstakes game" means a game, contest, or promotion that:

(1) is available on the Internet;

(2) is accessible on a mobile phone, computer terminal, or similar access device;

(3) utilizes a dual-currency or multi-currency system of payment allowing a player to exchange currency for:

(A) a cash prize, a cash award, or cash equivalents; or

(B) a chance to win a cash prize, a cash award, or cash equivalents; and

(4) simulates:

(A) lottery games; or

(B) casino-style gaming, including slot machines, video poker, table games, bingo, or sports wagering.

However, the term does not include a game, contest, or promotion offered by the state lottery commission or peer to peer skill-based poker games.

(b) The commission may levy a civil penalty in the amount of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) against an operator or individual who knowingly uses the Internet to conduct a sweepstakes game:

(1) in Indiana; or

(2) in a transaction directly involving a person located in Indiana.