Washington Administrative Code Title 230 - Gambling Commission
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Title 230 – Gambling Commission
This title establishes the rules and regulations enforced by the Washington State Gambling Commission, which oversees all authorized gambling activities in the state. The Commission ensures that gambling is conducted legally, honestly, and free from criminal and corruptive elements.
🔑 Key Areas Covered in WAC Title 230:
1. Licensing and Permits
Types of licenses: manufacturers, distributors, service suppliers, operators, and charitable/nonprofit organizations
Application procedures, fees, background checks
Special permits for fundraising events and limited gambling activities
2. Authorized Gambling Activities
Card games (e.g., poker)
Pull-tabs
Bingo
Raffles
Amusement games
Social card rooms
Sports wagering (limited and regulated)
3. Operational Rules for Licensees
Conduct of games
Recordkeeping and reporting
Internal controls and financial management
Age restrictions and responsible gambling measures
4. Tribal Gaming
Oversight and regulation in accordance with tribal-state compacts
Coordination with the federal Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA)
5. Enforcement and Compliance
Inspections and audits
Investigations into violations
Suspension, revocation, or denial of licenses
Administrative hearings and appeals
6. Gambling Device Regulation
Approval and testing of electronic gaming equipment
Import/export rules
Technical standards for slot machines and electronic pull-tabs
7. Charitable and Nonprofit Gambling
Rules specific to organizations conducting fundraising through bingo, raffles, etc.
Use of proceeds and financial reporting
Volunteer training and oversight
⚖️ Purpose of Title 230:
To protect the public by regulating all gambling activities in a fair, honest, and controlled manner, while allowing organizations and businesses to conduct lawful gambling under strict guidelines.
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