Oklahoma Administrative Code Title 429 - Oklahoma Lottery Commission
Here’s an updated overview of Oklahoma Administrative Code – Title 429 (Oklahoma Lottery Commission):
📘 Title 429 Structure & Key Provisions
1. Chapter 1 – General Administration (Sections §429‑1‑1 to §429‑1‑6)
Applicability & definitions, including rules for retailer appeals and commission governance.
Authority granted to the Commission under 3A O.S. §§ 707, 709, 710; codified 6‑25‑200
2. Chapter 10 – Retailer Provisions (§429‑10‑1‑1 to §429‑10‑1‑12)
Ticket handling & returns, covering responsibilities related to damaged, stolen, or lost instant tickets, including procedures for reporting within 24 hours and handling fees or waivers.
Compensation rules: retailers earn 6% of sales plus .75% on prizes ≤ $600 (or $5,000 for authorized higher‑claim retailers), with bonus incentives for selling winning Powerball or Hot Lotto tickets.
3. Chapter 15 – Lottery Games (§429‑15‑1‑1 to §429‑15‑1‑15)
Standards for instant and online games, covering ticket sale, winner determination methods (e.g., "Match Three," "Doubler"), and validation processes.
Online entry rules, specifying manual entry via authorized terminals and prohibiting unauthorized playslips or devices.
4. Chapter 20 – [Revoked]
Former rules on ticket responsibility and online game ticket sales have been repealed.
5. Chapter 30 – Problem Gambling Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (§429‑30‑1‑1 to §429‑30‑1‑6)
Defines a lifetime self-exclusion program: individuals may agree to exclude themselves from claiming prizes over $600. It outlines agreement terms, responsibilities, and forfeiture conditions.
📅 Currency & Updates
The code is maintained and updated quarterly.
The current edition includes updates through March 17, 2025 (noted in Chapter 10)
Some sections (Ch. 20) have been revoked; check official Oklahoma sources or elaws for the latest effective versions.
✅ Should You Consult the Official Source?
Yes — for current application or compliance purposes, always refer to Oklahoma’s official rule database (e.g., elaws rules.ok.gov) for any amendments or new sections.
In summary, Title 429 covers:
Chapter | Focus Area | Highlights |
---|---|---|
1 | Admin & Definitions | Commission authority, appeals |
10 | Retailers | Ticket management, commissions |
15 | Games | Rules for play, prize validation |
20 | [Revoked] | Obsolete provisions |
30 | Self-Exclusion | Problem gambling policy |
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