Title 315 WAC — Lottery Commission

Chapter 315-02 General provisions and definitions.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-010 Washington state lottery commission.

The Washington state lottery commission, hereinafter called "the commission," is the commission appointed by the governor pursuant to RCW 67.70.030 to adopt rules governing the operation of the lottery and advise the director regarding the operation and administration of the lottery.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-02-010, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-02-010, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-010, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-020 Time and place of meetings.

(1) Regular public meetings of the commission shall be held pursuant to the schedule published annually in the Washington State Register. Each such regular meeting shall be held at a time and place designated by the director and published in the meeting agenda.

(2) Additional public meetings necessary to discharge the business of the commission may be called from time to time by the chair or by a quorum of the commission.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-02-020, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 87-05-005 (Order 99), § 315-02-020, filed 2/6/87
WSR 85-07-005 (Order 71), § 315-02-020, filed 3/8/85
WSR 83-19-019 (Order 36), § 315-02-020, filed 9/12/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-02-020, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-030 Address of commission.

Unless specifically provided elsewhere in these rules, submission of materials or requests for notice or information of any kind, may be made by addressing correspondence to: Washington State Lottery Commission, P.O. Box 43000, Olympia, Washington 98504-3000.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-02-030, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-030, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-040 Commission activities exempt from Environmental Protection Act.

The commission has reviewed its authorized activities and has found them to be exempt pursuant to WAC 197-11-800.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-02-040, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-040, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-050 Director of the Washington state lottery.

The director of the Washington state lottery, hereinafter called "the director," is the director appointed by the governor pursuant to RCW 67.70.050, to be responsible for the supervision and administration of the operation of the lottery in accordance with the RCW 67.70.060 and with the rules of the commission. The director may delegate to lottery employees such responsibilities as the director may deem necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this chapter.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-02-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-02-050, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-050, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-060 Address of the office of the director.

Unless specifically provided elsewhere in these rules, submission of materials or requests for notice or information of any kind, may be made by addressing correspondence to: Office of the Director, Washington State Lottery, P.O. Box 43000, Olympia, Washington 98504-3000.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-02-060, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-060, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-070 Office of the director activities exempt from Environmental Protection Act.

The director has reviewed their authorized activities and has found them to be exempt pursuant to WAC 197-11-800.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-02-070, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-02-070, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-070, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-080 Filing of adopted rules.

The commission hereby authorizes each of the following to act as an agent of the commission for the purpose of signing Form CR-103 promulgated by the code reviser for the purpose of filing adopted rules:

(1) Each member of the commission;

(2) Director or designee;

(3) Deputy director; and

(4) Director of legal services.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-02-080, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-02-080, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-02-080, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-21-013 (Order 66), § 315-02-080, filed 10/5/84.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-100 Definitions.

Words and terms used in these rules shall have the same meaning as each has under chapter 67.70 RCW, unless otherwise specifically provided in these rules, or the context in which they are used clearly indicates that they be given some other meaning.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-02-100, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-100, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-110 Bank defined.

"Bank" means and includes all commercial banks, mutual savings bank, savings and loan associations, credit unions, trust companies and any other type or form of banking institution organized under the authority of the state of Washington or the United States of America whose principal place of business is within the state of Washington and is designated to perform such functions, activities, or service in connection with the operations of the lottery for the deposit and handling of lottery funds, the accounting thereof and the safekeeping of tickets and records.

History

Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-110, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-130 Employee of the commission defined.

"Employee of the commission" means the salaried or wage earning employees of the state lottery. "Employee of the commission" does not mean contractors, subcontractors, consultants, or licensed agents of the state lottery, unless expressly defined in contract.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1)(3). WSR 18-17-086, § 315-02-130, filed 8/14/18, effective 9/14/18
WSR 10-16-025, § 315-02-130, filed 7/23/10, effective 8/23/10. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-130, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-140 Game defined.

"Game" means any individual or particular type of lottery authorized by the commission.

History

Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-140, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-190 Prize defined.

"Prize" means any award, financial or otherwise, awarded by the director.

History

Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-190, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-220 Ticket defined.

"Ticket" means a lottery ticket or share issued by the director for sale to the general public.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-02-220, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-02-220, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98
WSR 89-21-029, § 315-02-220, filed 10/10/89, effective 11/10/89. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-02-220, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-230 Claim defined.

"Claim" means actual, physical receipt of a ticket, and claim form if necessary under these rules, by a location authorized to pay the prize sought. Placement of the ticket, and claim form, if necessary, in the United States mail or another mail service does not constitute receipt. The lottery is not responsible for tickets or claims lost or delayed in the mail.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-02-230, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 93-04-004, § 315-02-230, filed 1/21/93, effective 2/21/93.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-02-240 Redeem defined.

"Redeem" means presentation, with the intent of demanding prize payment, of a ticket, and claim form if required by these rules, at a location authorized to pay the prize sought, and receipt by the player of the prize payment. Presentation is not effective upon placement of the ticket, and claim form if required, in the U.S. or another mail service, but is effected only upon actual receipt by the location authorized to make payment.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 95-23-039, § 315-02-240, filed 11/9/95, effective 12/10/95.

Chapter 315-04 Licensing procedure.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-010 Lottery retailers.

The director shall license as lottery retailers such persons who will best serve the public interest and convenience, promote the sale of tickets, and meet the eligibility criteria for application and licensure. "Lottery retailer," formerly known as "licensed agent," means a person licensed by the director and shall have the same meaning as licensed agent. Said lottery retailers shall be authorized to sell such tickets as in the director's opinion will promote the best interests of the commission and produce maximum revenue, but a lottery retailer need not be authorized to sell tickets for all games operated by the director. A lottery retailer or applicant may be required to post a surety bond, security deposit, or savings certificate in such terms and conditions as the director may require.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-010, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-010, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-010, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-010, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-01-002 (Order 41), § 315-04-010, filed 12/8/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-010, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-020 License application eligibility.

An applicant for a lottery retail license must:

(1) Be at least eighteen years of age.

(2) Not be engaged, or intend to be engaged, exclusively in the business of selling tickets.

(3) Not be a member or employee of the commission or who is the spouse, child, brother, sister, or parent residing as a member of the same household in the principal place of abode of any member or employee of the commission.

(4) Not be, or not be owned or controlled by or affiliated with, a vendor or contractor of the commission or director for the development, operation, management, security or any other aspect of a specific game.

(5) Be legally registered and licensed to conduct business in the state of Washington or have submitted an application for a business license in the state of Washington.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-020, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 00-24-100, § 315-04-020, filed 12/6/00, effective 1/6/01
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-020, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-020, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-030 License application.

(1) Any eligible person may apply for a license to act as a lottery retailer by first filing with the director a completed application on a form approved by the director, together with any supplement thereto, which shall include, but not be limited to, authorization to investigate criminal history, financial records and financial sources, said forms and supplements to be signed under oath.

(2) The submission of an application shall not entitle any person to receive a license to act as a lottery retailer. An application may be denied for any reason permitted by statute or these rules.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-030, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-030, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-04-030, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-040 General license.

The director may issue a general license, which authorizes a lottery retailer to conduct the routine sale of tickets at a fixed structure or facility, to an applicant who qualifies for licensure. The general license shall authorize the lottery retailer to conduct the routine sale of tickets at the location specified on the general license. An addendum to the general or provisional license may be obtained as provided for in WAC 315-04-220, permitting the lottery retailer to sell tickets in locations other than that specified on its license. A seasonal license designation may be issued by the director for businesses routinely closed for a minimum of three months not to exceed six months per calendar year. A seasonal license shall be placed in inactive status during the designated off-season for the retailer. The general license shall be valid until terminated by the lottery or the lottery retailer, provided, the lottery retailer shall provide periodic updates of license information as required by the director.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 12-19-069, § 315-04-040, filed 9/17/12, effective 10/18/12. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-040, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-040, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-040, filed 4/5/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-05-029 (Order 14), § 315-04-040, filed 2/10/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-040, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-060 Provisional license.

A provisional license temporarily authorizes a lottery retailer to conduct the sale of tickets pending processing of the general license.

(1) The director may issue a provisional license to an applicant for a general license after receipt of a person's fully completed lottery retailer's application, the authorization of a complete personal background check, and completion of a preliminary background check. The provisional license shall expire at the time of issuance of the general license or ninety days from the date the provisional license is issued, whichever occurs first. The provisional license may be extended by the director for one additional ninety-day period of time.

(2) If the ownership of an existing lottery retailer location changes, the director may issue a provisional license to the new owner. The provisional license shall expire twenty days from the date of issuance if the director has not received the new owner's fully completed lottery retailer's application and authorization of a complete personal background check. If the required materials have been timely received by the director and a preliminary background check has been completed, the provisional license shall expire at the time of issuance of the general license or ninety days from the date the provisional license is issued, whichever occurs first.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-060, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-060, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-060, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-060, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-22-047 (Order 68), § 315-04-060, filed 11/7/84. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-060, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-065 Promotional license.

(1) The director may issue a promotional license for a marketing promotion for a period not exceeding one hundred eighty days for the sale of scratch and/or draw game tickets.

(2) The director may establish financial and criminal history or other criteria for the issuance of a promotional license based on the duration of the promotion and the variety and quantity of tickets to be sold by the applicant.

(3) The director may waive any license fees or charges in issuing a promotional license and may establish procedures to streamline payments by promotional retailers to the lottery.

(4) Any retailer issued a promotional license must apply for and be issued a provisional/general license as set forth in this chapter 315-04 WAC and lottery policy in order to continue to sell lottery tickets after the expiration of the promotional license.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-065, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 03-11-054, § 315-04-065, filed 5/19/03, effective 6/19/03.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-070 License charges.

(1) A charge of twenty-five dollars shall be assessed for each license application submitted to the lottery. This charge is to offset the lottery's processing costs incident to licensure.

(2) All fees established in this section or other sections of this Title 315 WAC, are not refundable.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-070, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 87-10-043 (Order 101), § 315-04-070, filed 5/4/87
WSR 87-01-058 (Order 97), § 315-04-070, filed 12/16/86
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-070, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-12-057 (Order 58), § 315-04-070, filed 6/4/84
WSR 84-01-002 (Order 41), § 315-04-070, filed 12/8/83
WSR 83-19-019 (Order 36), § 315-04-070, filed 9/12/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-070, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-080 Bad checks submitted as payment for fees.

The payment of a fee with a check which for any reason is not promptly paid by the drawee bank shall be grounds for immediate denial of an application for the license, or for the suspension or revocation of a license issued for which the fee is due. The director may add the bank return item charge as a fee when payment of a check originally submitted is denied by the drawee bank, or when the check is required to be resubmitted for payment for any reason.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-080, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-080, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-085 Accessibility for persons with disabilities.

Pursuant to lottery rules and policy, lottery retailers shall comply with state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination against and requiring accessibility for persons with disabilities including, but not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and chapter 49.60 RCW. Prior to any sale of lottery tickets, new lottery retailers must certify that they comply with state and federal laws or must submit a plan that ensures that they will comply within a reasonable amount of time.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-085, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 01-12-039, § 315-04-085, filed 5/30/01, effective 6/30/01.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-090 License issuance eligibility.

(1) The director may issue a license to any person to act as a lottery retailer who meets the eligibility criteria established by chapter 67.70 RCW, and these rules.

(2) Before issuing a license, the director may consider:

(a) The financial responsibility and security of the person and its business or activity;

(b) The results of any background check;

(d) The type of business owned or operated by the person to ensure consonance with the dignity of the state, the general welfare of the people, and the operation and integrity of the lottery;

(e) The conformance of businesses located in residential areas to local land use and zoning codes, regulations, and ordinances;

(f) The accessibility of the person's place of business or activity to the public;

(g) The sufficiency of existing licenses to serve the public convenience;

(h) The volume of expected sales;

(i) The veracity of the information supplied in the application for a lottery retailer license; and

(j) The person's indebtedness to the state of Washington, local subdivisions of the state, and/or the United States government.

(3) The director may condition the issuance of any license upon the posting of a bond, security deposit, or savings certificate in such terms and conditions as the director may require.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-090, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-090, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-20-013, § 315-04-090, filed 9/25/98, effective 10/26/98
WSR 87-10-043 (Order 101), § 315-04-090, filed 5/4/87
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-090, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-05-029 (Order 14), § 315-04-090, filed 2/10/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-04-090, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-095 Retailer credit criteria.

(1) The director shall deny a lottery retailer license to any applicant whose credit is found to be poor as defined in this section.

(2) The director may grant a lottery retailer license to an applicant whose credit is rated as marginal or minimum as defined in this section. Provided, the director shall require:

(a) Applicants whose credit is rated as marginal as defined in this section to obtain a surety bond, security deposit, or savings certificate under terms and conditions established by the director prior to issuance of the license. Such surety bond must be secured from a company licensed to do business in the state of Washington. The bond, security deposit, or certificate shall be in the amount of $3,500 unless the director determines a higher amount is required.

(b) Applicants whose credit is rated as minimum as defined in this section may be required to obtain a surety bond or security deposit under terms and conditions established by the director prior to issuance of a lottery retailer license. Such surety bond must be secured from a company licensed to do business in the state of Washington. The bond or cash shall be in the amount of $3,500 unless the director determines a higher amount is required, based on financial solvency of the retailer.

(3) In the event the retailer's credit is rated as poor or marginal as defined in this section subsequent to the issuance of the license the director may:

(a) Revoke or suspend a retailer's license; and/or

(b) Require such a retailer to secure a surety bond from a company licensed to do business in the state of Washington, submit a security deposit, or post a savings certificate under terms and conditions established by the director. The surety bond, security deposit, or savings certificate shall be in the amount of $3,500 unless the director determines, based on sales volume and financial solvency of the retailer, a higher amount is required.

(4) Credit rating is defined as the ability to meet financial obligations when they become due. It includes current reporting accounts payable and public financial record information including, but not limited to, court records and other public records up to three years prior to the lottery's credit check request, and reports from credit bureaus or other credit reporting agencies up to two years prior to the lottery's credit check request. A significant incident may include a lien, judgment, bankruptcy, involuntary collection action, or any similar incident that reflects on the individual's willingness and ability to pay creditors. A numerical rating of "one" represents excellent credit. A numerical rating of "nine" represents involuntary collection.

(a) A "poor" credit rating indicates public record showing three or more significant incidents within the past three years.

(b) A "marginal" credit rating indicates public record information showing one or more significant incidents within the past three years.

(d) An "acceptable" credit rating indicates that there have been no significant incidents in the public record within the past three years. Provided, at least three accounts must be evaluated in order to receive an "acceptable" rating.

(5) Credit rating checks shall be conducted as follows:

(a) Corporation business credit ratings shall be checked. Personal credit ratings of the corporate officers and owners of ten percent or more equity in the corporation may also be checked.

(b) Sole proprietors and partnership business credit ratings shall be checked. Personal credit ratings of:

(i) The sole proprietor and their spouse; or

(ii) All partners and their spouses shall also be checked.

(d) Financial solvency status for licensees previously required to post a surety bond, security deposit, or savings certificate under this section shall be reviewed annually by the lottery for status improvement and possible reduction or release of the requirement.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-04-095, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-095, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21
WSR 10-14-010, § 315-04-095, filed 6/24/10, effective 7/25/10. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-095, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-20-013, § 315-04-095, filed 9/25/98, effective 10/26/98.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-105 Reporting retailer credit history.

The lottery may report any part of a retailer's credit information to a credit bureau or agency which is a clearinghouse for information regarding credit history.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-20-013, § 315-04-105, filed 9/25/98, effective 10/26/98.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-120 Transfer of license prohibited.

Any license issued by the director is personal to the lottery retailer and may not be transferred to another person except in the event of the death or incapacity of licensee as provided in WAC 315-04-130.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-120, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-12-057 (Order 58), § 315-04-120, filed 6/4/84
WSR 84-09-008 (Order 54), § 315-04-120, filed 4/9/84
WSR 84-01-002 (Order 41), § 315-04-120, filed 12/8/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-04-120, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-125 Change of name or location.

Every change of business name or change of location without a change of ownership of a lottery retailer must be reported to the lottery prior to the change. The lottery shall review the change considering standard licensing criteria and compliance with WAC 315-04-090. Upon the lottery's approval, the lottery shall issue a license in the new name or with the new location address.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-125, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-125, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-125, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-01-002 (Order 41), § 315-04-125, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-130 Death or incapacity of licensee.

(1) In the event of the proven incapacity, death, receivership, bankruptcy, or assignment for benefit of creditors of any lottery retailer, upon approval of the director, the license may be transferred to a court appointed or court confirmed guardian, executor or administrator, receiver, trustee, or assignee for the benefit of creditors, who may continue to operate the activity under the license, subject to the provisions of chapter 67.70 RCW and these rules.

(2) The person to whom a license is transferred hereunder must be otherwise qualified to hold a license.

(3) The license following transfer shall be void upon that person ceasing to hold such a court appointed or court confirmed position.

(4) The director may condition the transfer of any license under this section upon the posting of a bond, security deposit, or savings certificate in such terms and conditions as the director may require.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-130, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-130, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-20-013, § 315-04-130, filed 9/25/98, effective 10/26/98
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-130, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-130, filed 4/5/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-130, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-132 Change of business structure, ownership, or officers.

(1) Every change of business structure of a person to whom a license has been issued must be reported to the lottery prior to the change. A change of business structure shall mean the change from one form of business organization to another, such as from sole proprietorship to partnership or corporation.

(2) Every substantial change of ownership of a person to whom a license has been issued must be reported to the lottery prior to the change. A substantial change of ownership shall mean the transfer of ten percent or more equity, or the addition or deletion of an owner of ten percent or more of the person.

(3) Every change of officers of a person to whom a license has been issued must be reported to the lottery not later than ten days following the effective day of the change.

(4) If the substantial change of ownership involves the addition or deletion of one or more owners or officers, the lottery retailer shall submit a license application reflecting the change(s) and any other documentation the director may require.

(5) If the substantial change of ownership involves the addition of one or more owners or officers who does not have on file with the lottery current "personal history information" and "criminal history information" forms, the director may require each such owner or officer to submit the required forms.

(6) Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension or revocation of the license.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-132, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-132, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 90-11-040, § 315-04-132, filed 5/10/90, effective 6/10/90
WSR 87-01-058 (Order 97), § 315-04-132, filed 12/16/86
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-132, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-132, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-12-057 (Order 58), § 315-04-132, filed 6/4/84.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-140 License capacity.

The possession of a license issued by the director to any person to act as a lottery retailer in any capacity does not entitle that person to sell tickets or obtain materials for any particular game.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-140, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-140, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-140, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-01-002 (Order 41), § 315-04-140, filed 12/8/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-140, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-160 Display of material.

Lottery retailers shall display lottery point-of-sale material approved by the director in a manner which is readily seen by and available to the public. Upon request, the director may make additional point-of-sale materials available to lottery retailers at no cost or at such costs as determined by the director. Lottery retailers are responsible for the maintenance and security of point-of-sale and other materials or signage provided by the lottery and accepted by the retailer. Lottery retailers may use and/or display other promotional and point-of-sale material, provided, it is in accord with the image and/or theme established by the lottery including, but not limited to, design, script style, color scheme, and logo; and it is consonant with the dignity of the state. The director may require removal of objectionable material and/or its use be discontinued.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-160, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-160, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-22-047 (Order 68), § 315-04-160, filed 11/7/84. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-160, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-170 Tickets convenient to public.

(1) Every lottery retailer shall make the purchase of tickets convenient and readily accessible to the public.

(2) Unless otherwise agreed by the director in writing, each lottery retailer shall make tickets available for sale during its normal business hours at the location designated on its lottery retailer license, master business license, and lottery retailer contract.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-170, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-170, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-170, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-170, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-180 Obligations of lottery retailers.

(1)(a) Upon acceptance of a pack of instant tickets from the director, the retailer shall be responsible for the condition and security of the pack. The retailer shall hold the pack in its own safekeeping until it is ready to begin sale of the pack. Immediately prior to beginning sale, the retailer shall place the pack in "activated" status on the lottery-issued terminal. Placement in activated status designates that the tickets in the pack may be sold, and prizes in the pack may be paid. Tickets must not be sold before being placed in active status.

(b) In the event that instant tickets accepted by the retailer are lost, stolen, or in any way unaccounted for prior to their being placed in activated status, the retailer shall, upon discovery of their disappearance, immediately notify the director of each pack or portion of a pack so unaccounted for, lost, or stolen. The retailer may be required to provide the director a police report or other evidence of the pack's disappearance. The retailer may be charged $25 for each pack or portion of a pack unaccounted for, lost, or stolen.

(c) A retailer may return an unopened pack, at no charge, to the director at any time prior to the pack having been placed in activated status. Within 30 days of the official end of an instant game, a retailer shall return to the director all packs never activated in that game.

(d) Upon placement of a pack in activated status, the retailer shall be liable to the director for payment for the pack, in the amount calculated under WAC 315-06-035. Payment for a pack shall be due to the director (i) no later than 50 calendar days after the pack has been placed in activated status or when 80 percent of the low tiered prizes have been validated, thereby validating the pack; or (ii) payment for a pack shall be due to the director no later than 21 days after activation. The director shall not reimburse the retailer for any ticket losses which occur after activation of the pack from which the tickets came, except as allowed by subsection (2) of this section, WAC 315-04-210(2), or 315-06-190.

(e) Each lottery retailer and lottery license applicant shall sign and comply with a lottery retailer contract. Failure to sign or to comply shall result in revocation or denial of a retailer's lottery license.

(2)(a) A retailer shall maintain and store all activated instant tickets in a secure manner. For purposes of this subsection "secure manner" means:

(i) Instant tickets are removed from the in-counter dispenser and secured in a locked room or container when the retail location is closed for business;

(ii) Instant tickets are not allowed to hang loosely from, or otherwise be located outside of, the in-counter dispenser when the retail location is open for business; and

(iii) Instant tickets are given, or otherwise made accessible, to customers only after the purchase is complete.

(b) In the case of theft of activated instant tickets from a retailer or retail location, the director may waive payment or reimburse the retailer for some or all of those stolen instant tickets if, in the sole discretion of the director, each of the following conditions is fully met:

(i) Prior to the theft, the retailer consistently and demonstrably maintained and stored activated instant tickets in a secure manner.

(ii) The retailer reported the theft to the lottery, including an accurate accounting of the stolen instant tickets (i.e., game, pack, and ticket number(s)), within two hours of discovery of the event and cooperates fully with any lottery investigation.

(iii) The retailer reported the theft to appropriate law enforcement within two hours of discovery of the event and cooperates fully with any investigation and prosecution.

(iv) The retailer reported the theft to their appropriate insurance company, if any, and cooperates fully with any investigation and recovery. Waived payment or reimbursement from the lottery under this subsection may supplement, but shall not be used in place of, available insurance coverage.

(v) The retailer has not been reimbursed or had payment waived by the director for a separate theft within the 12 months immediately preceding the current event.

(vi) The person who committed, or is reasonably suspected to have committed, the theft is not an employee of the retailer or other person known to the retailer and who had more access to the instant tickets than a typical retail customer.

(c) A retailer whose request for waiver of payment or reimbursement under this subsection is denied by the director may request a brief adjudicative proceeding pursuant to WAC 315-20-125.

(3) Each lottery retailer shall abide by the law, these rules, and all other directives or instructions issued by the director.

(4) Each lottery retailer grants to the director an irrevocable license to enter upon the premises of the lottery retailer in which tickets may be sold or any other location under the control of the lottery retailer where the director may have good cause to believe lottery materials and/or tickets are stored or kept in order to inspect said lottery materials and/or tickets and the licensed premises.

(5) All property given, except tickets, to a lottery retailer remains the property of the director, and, upon demand, the lottery retailer agrees to deliver forthwith the same to the director. The lottery retailer also agrees to be responsible for the maintenance and security of such property.

(6) All books and records pertaining to the lottery retailer's lottery activities shall be made available for inspection and copying, during the normal business hours of the lottery retailer and between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, upon demand by the director.

(7) All books and records pertaining to the lottery retailer's lottery activities shall be subject to seizure by the director without prior notice.

(8) No lottery retailer shall advertise or otherwise display advertising in any part of the lottery retailer's premises as a licensed location which may be considered derogatory or adverse to the operations or dignity of the lottery.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3), and 67.70.050(4). WSR 22-23-030, § 315-04-180, filed 11/7/22, effective 12/8/22. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-180, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 16-13-090, § 315-04-180, filed 6/15/16, effective 7/16/16. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-180, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-11-091, § 315-04-180, filed 5/20/98, effective 6/20/98
WSR 94-11-027, § 315-04-180, filed 5/6/94, effective 6/6/94
WSR 94-03-020, § 315-04-180, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-180, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-05-008 (Order 51), § 315-04-180, filed 2/7/84
WSR 83-19-019 (Order 36), § 315-04-180, filed 9/12/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-04-180, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-190 Compensation.

(1) Lottery retailers shall be entitled to a discount on the retail price of the instant game tickets. The commission must approve the discount paid to the retailers.

(2) Lottery retailers authorized to sell draw game tickets shall be entitled to a discount on the total of gross draw game ticket sales less draw game ticket cancellations. The commission must approve the discount paid to the retailers.

(3) Lottery retailers may receive additional compensation through programs including but not limited to additional discounts, retailer games, retailer awards, and retailer bonuses.

(a) The commission must approve each such program prior to its implementation.

(b) The director shall establish and publish the procedures necessary to implement any such program approved by the commission prior to initiation of the program.

(4) The lottery, when selling instant or draw game tickets, as a lottery retailer, may use the proceeds from the applicable discount on the retail price of the tickets sold to pay fees or other charges associated with those sales.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-190, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 00-24-102, § 315-04-190, filed 12/6/00, effective 1/6/01
WSR 92-19-057, § 315-04-190, filed 9/11/92, effective 10/12/92
WSR 91-20-062, § 315-04-190, filed 9/25/91, effective 10/26/91
WSR 87-17-012 (Order 103), § 315-04-190, filed 8/10/87
WSR 87-05-005 (Order 99), § 315-04-190, filed 2/6/87
WSR 86-12-001 (Order 91), § 315-04-190, filed 5/22/86
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-190, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-21-013 (Order 66), § 315-04-190, filed 10/5/84
WSR 84-01-004 (Order 42), § 315-04-190, filed 12/8/83. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-05-029 (Order 14), § 315-04-190, filed 2/10/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-190, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-200 Denial, suspension or revocation of a license.

The director may deny an application for or suspend or revoke any license issued pursuant to these rules if:

(1) The applicant, lottery retailer, or any employee or representative of the lottery retailer:

(a) Fails to meet or maintain the eligibility criteria for license application and issuance established by chapter 67.70 RCW, or these rules;

(b) Fails to account for lottery tickets received or the proceeds of the sale of tickets or to post a bond if required by the director or to comply with the instructions of the director concerning the licensed activity;

(d) Violates any of the provisions of chapter 67.70 RCW, or these rules;

(e) Fails to file any return or report or to keep records required by the director or by these rules;

(f) Fails to pay any federal, state, or local tax or indebtedness;

(g) Commits any fraud, deceit, misrepresentation, or conduct prejudicial to public confidence in the lottery;

(h) Fails to sell a sufficient number of tickets to meet administrative costs;

(i) Fails to follow the instructions of the director for the conduct of any particular game or special event;

(j) Fails to follow security procedures of the director for the handling of tickets or for the conduct of any particular game or special event;

(k) Makes a misrepresentation of fact to the purchaser, or prospective purchaser, of a ticket, or to the general public with respect to the conduct of a particular game or special event or the status of a ticket;

(l) Fails to comply with lottery point-of-sale requirements which have been published and disseminated to lottery retailers;

(m) Fails or is unable to meet financial obligations as they fall due in the normal course of business;

(n) Delays in accounting or depositing in the designated depository the revenues from the ticket sales;

(o) Has violated, or failed or refused to comply with any of the provisions, requirements, conditions, limitations, or duties imposed by chapter 9.46 RCW (Gambling Act), or chapter 7, Laws of 1982 2nd ex. sess., or when a violation of any provisions of chapter 7, Laws of 1982 2nd ex. sess., has occurred upon any premises occupied or operated by any such person or over which he or she has substantial control;

(p) Knowingly causes, aids, abets, or conspires with another to cause any person to violate any of the laws of this state;

(q) Has obtained a license by fraud, misrepresentation, concealment, or through inadvertence or mistake;

(r) Has been convicted of, or forfeited bond upon a charge of, or pleaded guilty to, forgery, larceny, extortion, conspiracy to defraud, willful failure to make required payments or reports to a governmental agency at any level, or filing false reports, or of any similar offense or offenses, or of bribing or otherwise unlawfully influencing a public official or employee of any state or the United States, or of any misdemeanor, involving any gambling activity or physical harm to individuals or involving moral turpitude, or of any misdemeanor within the past six months of the license application date, or of any felony within ten years of the license application date; except as specifically provided by law, the provisions of chapter 9.96A RCW apply. However, RCW 9.96A.020 does not apply to a person who is required to register as a sex offender under RCW 9A.44.130;

(s) Makes a misrepresentation of, or fails to disclose, a material fact to the commission or director on any report, record, application form, or questionnaire required to be submitted to the commission or director. Misrepresentation of, or failure to disclose, criminal history shall be considered a material fact for purposes of this section;

(t) Denies the commission or director or their authorized representatives, including authorized local law enforcement agencies, access to any place where a licensed activity is conducted, or fails to promptly produce for inspection or audit any book, record, document, or item required by law or these rules;

(u) Is subject to current prosecution or pending charges, or a conviction which is under appeal, for any of the offenses indicated under subsection (1)(r) of this section: Provided, That at the request of an applicant for an original license, the director may defer decision upon the application during the pendency of such prosecution or appeal;

(v) Has pursued or is pursuing economic gain in an occupational manner or context which is in violation of the criminal or civil public policy of this state if such pursuit creates probable cause to believe that the participation of such person in lottery or gambling or related activities would be inimical to the proper operation of an authorized lottery or gambling or related activity in this state. For the purposes of this section, occupational manner or context shall be defined as the systematic planning, administration, management, or execution of an activity for financial gain;

(w) Is a career offender or a member of a career offender cartel or an associate of a career offender or career offender cartel in such a manner which creates probable cause to believe that the association is of such a nature as to be inimical to the policy of this state or to the proper operation of the authorized lottery or gambling or related activities in this state. For the purposes of this section, career offender shall be defined as any person whose behavior is pursued in an occupational manner or context for the purpose of economic gain utilizing such methods as are deemed criminal violations of the public policy of this state. A career offender cartel shall be defined as any group of persons who operate together as career offenders.

(2) Public convenience is adequately served by other licensees.

(3) There is a history of theft or other form of loss of tickets or revenue from the locations specified on the license or another licensed location owned or operated, in part or total, by the same licensed retailer or applicant.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-200, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-200, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 99-01-038, § 315-04-200, filed 12/9/98, effective 1/9/99
WSR 94-23-047, § 315-04-200, filed 11/10/94, effective 12/11/94
WSR 87-01-058 (Order 97), § 315-04-200, filed 12/16/86
WSR 85-16-031 (Order 77), § 315-04-200, filed 7/30/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-04-200, filed 4/5/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-07-022 (Order 17), § 315-04-200, filed 3/11/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 and 82-21-068 (Orders 2 and 2A), § 315-04-200, filed 10/15/82 and 10/20/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-205 Reapplication following license denial or revocation.

Unless otherwise specified in the final decision or order, the director shall not grant a license based on reapplication less than ninety days following the agency's final decision or order of denial or revocation under WAC 315-04-200.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-205, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 91-11-033, § 315-04-205, filed 5/9/91, effective 6/9/91.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-210 Procedure if license is terminated, suspended or revoked.

(1) Upon termination, revocation, or suspension of a lottery retailer's license for any reasons whatsoever, the lottery retailer must, by a date designated by the director, render a final lottery accounting and surrender all lottery property, as well as unsold lottery tickets which have been placed in activated status, to the director.

(2) The director shall reimburse each retailer whose license is terminated, suspended, or revoked for payments made for unsold tickets which had been placed in activated status prior to termination, suspension, or revocation which the retailer returns to the director.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-210, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 94-11-027, § 315-04-210, filed 5/6/94, effective 6/6/94
WSR 94-03-020, § 315-04-210, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-210, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-039 (Order 4), § 315-04-210, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-220 Limited off premises sales permit.

(1) The director may permit any lottery retailer who has been issued a general or provisional license to sell tickets in locations other than that specified on its license and to employ persons to make such sales provided that:

(a) A lottery retailer requesting a "limited off premises sales permit" shall submit an application, completed in its entirety, using a form approved by the director.

(b) An application for a "limited off premises sales permit" for lottery tickets must be submitted to the lottery a minimum of 30 days prior to the event to provide adequate time for processing. Applications received after these time limits may not be approved.

(c) The geographical area and type of location in which such sales are requested shall be individually approved by the director.

(d) Each lottery retailer making such sales shall be individually approved by the director and shall display identification in such form and manner as shall be prescribed by the director.

(e) The lottery retailer and its employees shall abide by such other instructions and restrictions as may be prescribed by the director to govern such sales.

(2) Lottery retailers must redeem all tickets winning $600 or less presented for redemption at the off premises location and at their licensed location. The location of the licensed location must be posted at the off premises location. Lottery retailers must also provide claim forms to holders of tickets winning more than $600 at both locations.

(3) The "limited off premises sales permit" shall be valid for not more than 30 days and may be renewed twice, if approved by the director, for periods not to exceed 30 days each.

(4) Lottery retailers granted "limited off premises sales permits" will not be required to conduct other licensed business activities at the off premises locations.

(5) Lottery retailers granted "limited off premises sales permits" shall bear all costs associated with such sales including but not limited to construction of booths, stands, etc.; telephone line installation; telephone line charges and installation of a dedicated electric circuit, provided, that the director, in the director's sole discretion, may agree that the lottery will bear some or all of said associated costs.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-04-220, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-11-154, § 315-04-220, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/22/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 96-03-039, § 315-04-220, filed 1/10/96, effective 2/10/96
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-04-220, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-13-015 (Order 75), § 315-04-220, filed 6/10/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-05-029 (Order 14), § 315-04-220, filed 2/10/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-04-230 Licensing of enterprises operated by or subject to jurisdiction of Indian tribes.

(1) The director is authorized to license as lottery retailers businesses which are operated by federally recognized Indian tribes, or operated upon lands subject to the jurisdiction of such Indian tribes, if the tribal council of the tribe having jurisdiction has passed an ordinance or resolution agreeing to the following provisions:

(a) All matters relating to the issuance, suspension, and revocation of such license, as well as the manner in which the sale of lottery tickets is conducted by the licensee, shall be governed exclusively by the laws of the state of Washington, and no inconsistent tribal laws, ordinances, resolutions, or rules exist or will be enacted.

(b) In the event of litigation involving the issuance, suspension, or revocation of any such license, the conduct of the business as a lottery retailer, the financial relationship between any licensee and the lottery or any other matter connected with the lottery or its operation, the courts of the state of Washington shall have jurisdiction, and venue shall be proper only in Thurston County.

(c) Administrative disputes shall be submitted to the jurisdiction of the director, Washington state lottery, or any lawfully appointed designee thereof, and shall be conducted in accordance with Washington state law.

(d) Lottery employees and vendors, including investigators and enforcement officers, may enter upon trust lands and property including lands owned by the tribe or its members, solely for the purposes of conducting investigations and enforcing the provisions of chapter 67.70 RCW.

(2) A certified copy of such ordinance or resolution shall be filed along with the application for licensure of any business located on Indian lands, or operated by an Indian tribe.

(3) In the event any law of the state of Washington relating to matters contained in subsection (1) of this section is enacted, modified, or repealed, tribal laws, ordinances, resolutions, or rules must be changed to be consistent with the revised laws of the state of Washington. The director may (a) suspend licenses issued pursuant to this section pending tribal council action to make such changes, and/or (b) revoke such licenses if the required changes are not made within ninety days.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 21-06-052, § 315-04-230, filed 2/25/21, effective 3/28/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 87-01-057 (Order 96), § 315-04-230, filed 12/16/86.

Chapter 315-06 General lottery rules.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-010 Operation of the lottery.

The director shall conduct only those types of games which are authorized by these rules and meet the criteria set forth herein.

History

Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-010, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-020 Authorization to sell tickets.

Lottery retailers are authorized, as limited by WAC 315-04-140, to sell tickets directly to the public.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-020, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-06-020, filed 6/1/89
WSR 87-17-012 (Order 103), § 315-06-020, filed 8/10/87
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-020, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7 §§ 4 and 8. WSR 83-03-034 (Order 10), § 315-06-020, filed 1/14/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-06-020, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-030 Lottery retailer's instructions.

Each lottery retailer is to conform to the instructions and requirements established by the director for the delivery and return of tickets, the location and display of lottery materials, the conduct of a specific game, and other lottery business.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-030, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-030, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-030, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-035 Instant ticket purchase price and conditions.

(1) The lottery retailer's purchase price for each pack of instant tickets shall be the retail price of the pack less the retailer discount authorized by the commission.

(2) Lottery retailers shall make payment to the lottery by electronic funds transfer (EFT).

(3) The director shall establish payment terms for purchase of instant tickets and shall issue instructions for such payments to lottery retailers.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-035, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 94-03-020, § 315-06-035, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 89-05-015 (Order 114), § 315-06-035, filed 2/9/89
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-035, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-06-035, filed 4/5/85.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-040 Disclosure of probability of purchasing a winning ticket.

(1) The estimated probability of purchasing a winning ticket shall be conspicuously displayed on:

(a) The tickets for a specific game;

(b) All printed promotional and advertising materials for a specific game including, but not limited to, brochures, posters, billboards, placards, and point-of-sale displays.

(2) The estimated probability of purchasing a winning ticket shall be communicated in television and radio commercials for a specific game.

(3) The estimated probability of purchasing a winning ticket for each category of prize in a specific game shall be conspicuously displayed as part of:

(a) The "how-to-play" brochure which explains the procedures for the lottery's draw games; and

(b) The brochures of instructions to lottery retailers for the conduct of specific scratch games.

(4) The disclosure required by this section shall not apply to:

(a) Generic promotional and advertising materials publicizing the Washington state lottery which do not promote a specific draw game or a specific scratch ticket theme; or

(b) Promotional and advertising materials which promote multiple draw or scratch games or any combination of games in a single piece. Materials that promote or advertise multiple games or a combination of games in a single piece are required to include the following language or substantially similar language: "Please visit walottery.com for the latest odds." Such materials may include, but are not limited to, jackpot signs, banners, curb signs, building signage, vehicle wraps, and billboards.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-040, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1)(3). WSR 18-17-086, § 315-06-040, filed 8/14/18, effective 9/14/18. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-040, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 02-12-065, § 315-06-040, filed 5/31/02, effective 7/1/02
WSR 01-12-040, § 315-06-040, filed 5/30/01, effective 6/30/01
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-040, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-01-004 (Order 42), § 315-06-040, filed 12/8/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-040, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-050 Location of sale.

(1) Tickets may be sold by the lottery or by any person who is issued a license to act as a lottery retailer at the location specified on the license, subject to the director's authority as set forth in chapter 67.70 RCW, and these rules.

(2) No sales of lottery tickets shall be made on premises used primarily for residential purposes, in or on the property of any educational facility, or facility operated primarily for providing welfare services to the poor or infirmed, or maintained solely for religious worship.

(3) No sales of lottery tickets shall be made via an internet transaction or lottery courier service.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-050, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-050, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-05-029 (Order 14), § 315-06-050, filed 2/10/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-06-050, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-060 Price of tickets—Limitations.

No lottery retailer may sell a ticket at a price greater or less than that established in accordance with these rules. Service charges, convenience fees, or other charges in addition to the ticket price are prohibited.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-060, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-060, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7 §§ 4 and 11. WSR 83-03-034 (Order 10), § 315-06-060, filed 1/14/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-070 Purchaser's obligations.

In purchasing a ticket, the purchaser agrees to comply with chapter 67.70 RCW, these rules, the final decisions of the director, and all procedures established by the director for the conduct of games.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-070, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-070, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-075 Game sell-out.

No Washington state lottery retailer shall sell, and no purchaser shall purchase, a ticket or combination of draw game lottery tickets that would guarantee the purchaser a jackpot or grand prize.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-075, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-075, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 99-04-077, § 315-06-075, filed 2/2/99, effective 3/5/99.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-080 Certain purchases of tickets, acceptance of things of economic value, and winning of prizes prohibited.

Certain purchases of tickets, acceptance of things of economic value and winning and sharing of prizes, are prohibited as follows:

(1) Members of the commission and employees of the lottery, or any spouse, child, brother, sister, or parent residing as a member of the same household in the principal place of abode of any member of the commission or employee of the lottery shall not purchase or share in any portion of or receive the prize winnings of any of Washington's lottery tickets.

(2) No things of economic value offered by prize winners, vendors, contractors, or others conducting business with the lottery, may be accepted by lottery retailers or by any member of the commission or any spouse, child, brother, sister, or parent residing as a member of the same household in the principal place of abode of any member of the commission.

(3) A ticket shall not be purchased by, and a prize shall not be paid to any CPA accounting firm, or its employees, retained by the director of financial management pursuant to RCW 67.70.310 and 67.70.320, or any employee of the director of financial management performing a management review or audit of the commission or director.

(4) A ticket shall not be sold to or purchased by any person under the age of eighteen. Nothing in this section shall prohibit the purchase of a ticket for the purpose of making a gift by a person eighteen years of age or older to a person less than that age.

(5) A ticket shall not be purchased with public assistance electronic benefit cards or coupons and a lottery retailer shall not accept these as consideration for a ticket.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-080, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 90-11-040, § 315-06-080, filed 5/10/90, effective 6/10/90
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-080, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-22-047 (Order 68), § 315-06-080, filed 11/7/84. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7 §§ 4 and 5. WSR 83-03-033 (Order 9), § 315-06-080, filed 1/14/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-06-080, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-085 Entering plays.

Plays may only be entered manually using the lottery terminal keypad or lottery vending machine, or by means of a play slip provided by the lottery and hand-marked by the player. Retailers shall not permit the use of facsimiles of play slips, copies of play slips, or other materials that are inserted into the terminal's play slip reader that are not printed or approved by the lottery. Retailers shall not permit any device to be connected to a lottery terminal to enter plays, except as approved by the lottery.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-085, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 99-04-077, § 315-06-085, filed 2/2/99, effective 3/5/99.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-090 Video machines prohibited.

Instant video games that pay out prizes, either by skill or chance, shall not be used in the conduct of games pursuant to RCW 67.70.040 (1)(a).

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-090, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-090, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 88-17-024 (Order 111), § 315-06-090, filed 8/11/88
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-090, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-090, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-095 Promotional contests of chance.

The director has the authority to conduct promotional contests of chance for the enhancement of ticket sales.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 91-20-062, § 315-06-095, filed 9/25/91, effective 10/26/91.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-100 Data processing terminals for the dispensing of tickets authorized.

Online data-processing ticket vending terminals for use by lottery retailers in the issuing of tickets may be used in the conduct of games.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-100, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-100, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-110 Conversion to data processing vending terminals.

The director reserves the right upon thirty days' notice to the lottery retailer to convert any licensed location from a manual-type operation to an online data processing ticket vending terminal operation and from a vending terminal operation on either a rental or purchase basis to a manual-type operation in the sale and distribution of tickets.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-110, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-110, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-115 Overlapping draw game sales in consecutive fiscal years.

When the sales for a draw game jackpot overlap two fiscal years, any fiscal reporting discrepancy between the statutory requirement that payment of prizes not be less than forty-five percent of gross annual revenue and the preparation of an annual financial statement using generally accepted accounting principles shall be explained in a footnote to the financial statements.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-115, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 89-17-021 (Order 118), § 315-06-115, filed 8/7/89, effective 9/7/89.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-120 Payment of prizes—General provisions.

(1) The director may designate claim centers for the filing of prize claims, and the location of such centers shall be publicized from time to time by the director.

(2) A claim shall be entered in the name of one claimant, which shall be either a natural person, association, corporation, general or limited partnership, club, trust, estate, society, company, joint stock company, receiver, trustee, or another acting in a fiduciary or representative capacity whether appointed by a court or otherwise. A claim that includes one or more tickets with an address label or stamp on the back of the ticket shall be deemed to have been entered in the name of one claimant: Provided, That if the address label or stamp contains the name of more than one claimant, the prize payment will be made to the one who has signed the ticket and/or claim form or, if there is no signature, to the first claimant listed on the address label or stamp. If there are two or more claimant names written or signed on the ticket, lottery personnel shall return the ticket(s) to claimants and shall request that the claimants sign a notarized statement relinquishing ownership to one claimant. The claimant must submit the claimant's valid government-issued identification and Social Security number (SSN) or the federal employer's identification number (FEIN) when claiming any prize exceeding $600. "Valid government-issued identification" means any of the following that is either unexpired or has expired less than 90 days before the date of the claim:

(a) Driver's license or identification card issued by a U.S. state or territory;

(b) Driver's license or identification card issued by any province of Canada;

(d) U.S. military identification card;

(e) Global entry card;

(f) Other government-issued identification, including a tribal enrollment card, if the identification includes the person's name, date of birth, signature, and photograph.

(3) A claim may be entered in the name of a claimant other than a natural person only if the claimant is a legal entity and possesses a federal employer's identification number (FEIN) as issued by the Internal Revenue Service, such number is shown on the claim form, and the entity's terms comply with subsection (4) of this section. Groups, family units, organizations, clubs, or other organizations that are not a legal entity, or do not possess a federal employer's identification number, shall designate one natural person or one legal entity in whose name the claim is to be entered.

(4) The terms governing a claimant other than a natural person, i.e., articles of incorporation, trust terms, etc., shall be submitted to the director or designee for approval. Terms not in compliance with lottery statutes or rules shall not be approved. Payment shall not be made to a claimant other than a natural person until the director has approved the terms.

All claimants other than natural persons shall have governing terms that:

(a) Prohibit deletion, amendment, or addition of terms prior to the full payout of the prize without the director's approval;

(b) State the names of all natural persons who have a direct or indirect right or interest in the claimant, each of their percentage interests, and their Social Security numbers;

(c) Acknowledge that the debt collection process mandated by RCW 67.70.255 and WAC 315-06-125 shall be applied to the natural persons who hold interests in the claimant through their Social Security numbers; and

(d) Provide that in the event the claimant ceases to exist prior to the full payout of the prize, the lottery will not make further payment without court order.

(5) The lottery shall not make payment to a claimant other than a natural person unless the terms governing the claimant include those enumerated in subsection (4) of this section.

(6) Unless otherwise provided in the rules for a specific type of game, a claimant shall sign the back of the ticket and/or complete and sign a claim form approved by the director. The claimant shall submit the claim form and/or claimant's ticket to the lottery in accordance with the director's instructions as stated in the game brochure and/or on the back of the ticket or submit a request for reconstruction of an alleged winning ticket and sufficient evidence to enable reconstruction and that the claimant had submitted a claim for the prize, if any, for that ticket. The claimant, by submitting the claim or request for reconstruction, agrees to the following provisions:

(a) The discharge of the state, its officials, officers, employees, and the commission of all further liability upon payment of the prize; and

(b) The authorization to use the claimant's name and, upon written permission, photograph for publicity purposes by the lottery.

(7) A prize must be claimed within the time limits prescribed by the director in the instructions for the conduct of a specific game, but in no case shall a prize be claimed later than 180 days, except a shared game lottery, if applicable, after the official end of that instant game or draw game drawing for which that draw game ticket was purchased.

(8) The director may deny awarding a prize to a claimant if:

(a) The ticket was not legally issued initially;

(b) The ticket was stolen from the commission, director, its employees or retailers, or from a lottery retailer;

(d) The ticket has been altered or forged, or has otherwise been mutilated such that the authenticity of the ticket cannot be reasonably assured by the director.

(9) No natural person or legal entity entitled to a prize may assign the right to payment, except under the following limited circumstances:

(a) That payment of a prize may be made to any court appointed legal representative, including, but not limited to, guardians, executors, administrators, receivers, or other court appointed assignees; and

(b) When payment of all or part of the remainder of an annuity and the right to receive future annual prize payments has been voluntarily assigned to another person, pursuant to an appropriate judicial order that meets the requirements of RCW 67.70.100(2) and WAC 315-06-123.

(10) In the event that there is a dispute or it appears that a dispute may occur relative to any prize, the director may refrain from making payment of the prize pending a final determination by the director or by a court of competent jurisdiction relative to the same.

(11) A ticket that has been legally issued by the lottery or a lottery retailer is a bearer instrument until signed. The person who signs the ticket or has possession of an unsigned ticket is considered the bearer of the ticket. Payment of any prize may be made to the bearer, and all liability of the state, its officials, officers, and employees and of the commission, director and employees of the commission terminates upon payment.

(12) All prizes shall be paid within a reasonable time after the claims are validated by the director and a winner is determined. Provided, prizes paid for claims validated pursuant to WAC 315-10-070(2) shall not be paid prior to 181 days after the official end of that instant game.

(13) The date of the first installment payment of each prize to be paid in installment payments shall be the date the claim is validated, or the date the winner makes a choice of payment by annual payments or by single cash payment, if applicable. Subsequent installment payments shall be made as follows:

(a) If the prize was awarded as the result of a drawing conducted by the lottery, installment payments shall be made weekly, monthly, or annually from the date of the drawing in accordance with the type of prize awarded.

(b) If the prize was awarded in a manner other than a drawing conducted by the lottery, installment payments shall be made weekly, monthly, or annually from the date the claim is validated in accordance with the type of prize awarded.

(14) The director may, at any time, delay any payment in order to review a change of circumstances relative to the prize awarded, the payee, the claim or any other matter that may have come to the director's attention. All delayed payments shall be brought up to date immediately upon the director's confirmation and continue to be paid on each originally scheduled payment date thereafter.

(15) If any prize is payable for the life of the winner, only a natural person may claim such a prize. Such "win for life" type prizes shall cease upon the death of the winner or the end of a guaranteed payment period (if any), whichever is later. Win for life prizes may be assigned; and the following conditions apply to such assignments:

(a) The original winner's actual life shall determine when prize payments cease;

(b) The original winner shall verify, on a form provided by the lottery, that they continue to be entitled to their annual lifetime prize. The notarized form must be provided to the lottery at least 30 days preceding the annual payment date but no earlier than 60 days preceding the annual payment date. Failure to timely submit the notarized form may result in the payment being delayed or forfeited; and

(16) The director's decisions and judgments in respect to the determination of a winning ticket or of any other dispute arising from the payment or awarding of prizes shall be final and binding upon all participants in the lottery.

(17) To the extent feasible, each lottery retailer shall pay all prizes authorized to be paid by the lottery retailer by these rules during its normal business hours at the location designated on its license.

(18) In the event a dispute between the director and the claimant occurs as to whether the ticket is a winning ticket, and if the ticket prize is not paid, the director may, solely at the director's option, replace the disputed ticket with an unplayed ticket (or tickets of equivalent sales price from any game). This shall be the sole and exclusive remedy of the claimant.

(19) At the director's discretion, the lottery may designate an alternative payment date for prize payment.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-120, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70-040 [ 67.70.040] (1)(3). WSR 10-16-025, § 315-06-120, filed 7/23/10, effective 8/23/10. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-120, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 00-24-103, § 315-06-120, filed 12/6/00, effective 1/6/01
WSR 00-12-032, § 315-06-120, filed 5/30/00, effective 6/30/00
WSR 99-19-103, § 315-06-120, filed 9/20/99, effective 10/21/99
WSR 97-20-052, § 315-06-120, filed 9/24/97, effective 10/25/97
WSR 96-19-071, § 315-06-120, filed 9/17/96, effective 10/18/96
WSR 96-15-124, § 315-06-120, filed 7/24/96, effective 8/24/96
WSR 94-19-062, § 315-06-120, filed 9/20/94, effective 10/21/94
WSR 93-04-004, § 315-06-120, filed 1/21/93, effective 2/21/93
WSR 91-03-036, § 315-06-120, filed 1/9/91, effective 2/9/91
WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-06-120, filed 6/1/89
WSR 87-17-012 (Order 103), § 315-06-120, filed 8/10/87
WSR 87-01-057 (Order 96), § 315-06-120, filed 12/16/86
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-120, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-16-031 (Order 77), § 315-06-120, filed 7/30/85
WSR 84-19-045 (Order 64), § 315-06-120, filed 9/17/84
WSR 84-09-008 (Order 54), § 315-06-120, filed 4/9/84
WSR 84-01-002 (Order 41), § 315-06-120, filed 12/8/83. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-05-029 (Order 14), § 315-06-120, filed 2/10/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-123 Voluntary assignment of prize pursuant to an appropriate judicial order.

(1) In the case of a petition for an order or an amended order for the voluntary assignment of a prize, a copy of a petition shall be served on the director of the lottery or designee, in addition to service on the attorney general, no later than 10 days before any hearing or entry of any order or amended order. After superior court entry of voluntary assignment of a right to a prize pursuant to an appropriate judicial order or amended order, the director shall make payment to the person designated by a certified copy of the order or amended order which has been served upon the director personally or by certified mail provided that the order contains, in addition to the requirements set forth in RCW 67.70.100(2), the following provisions:

(a) The assignor's name. For an initial assignment, the winner's name as it appears on the prize claim form;

(b) The assignee's name and address;

(2) The certified copy of the order must be served on the director at least 20 working days prior to the annual payment date to allow for a change in the payee. The director shall not be liable for failure to pay an annual payment to an assignee if service of the order and presentation of the required information for tax withholding purposes described in subsection (3) of this section is not timely made.

Lifetime cash winners may assign nonguaranteed payments provided that the original winner has properly verified they are still eligible to receive their prize. The lottery's obligation to issue assigned payments shall terminate upon the death of the original winner.

(3) Payment shall be made payable to the name and address of the assignee designated in the judicial order and to no other name or address. Federal income tax withholding shall be deducted from each payment and reported to the Internal Revenue Service. The assignee shall provide its Social Security number, if a natural person, or tax identification number, if a legal entity, to the director at the time the judicial order is served for the purpose of reporting tax withholding to the Internal Revenue Service and for the purpose of applying the debt collection process as described in subsection (5) of this section.

(4) RCW 67.70.100 authorizes the director to charge actual costs for each assignment and deduct such costs from the initial annuity payment made to the assignee. In determining actual costs the director has considered the staff time required to determine the sufficiency of the judicial order or amended order and to process the initial payment; telegraphic and long distance telephone communications, photocopying, postage, and private delivery service; and legal services directly related to determining the sufficiency of the judicial order and processing of the initial payment, including legal services and costs associated with any legal proceeding in which the agency is represented by the office of the attorney general. The director has determined the following costs shall be deducted from the initial annuity payment made to each assignee, unless paid pursuant to subsection (e):

(a) Assignment of whole annuity payments (one or more years) resulting in payment only to the assignee during each year of the assignment: $250; or

(b) Assignment of a portion/percentage of annuity payments resulting in annual payments to one or more assignees and/or the original prize winner: $300 for the first year of the assignment, plus $75 for each year thereafter;

(c) Assignment pursuant to an amended order of assignment, resulting in annual payments to the same number of assignees as in the original order: $250;

(d) Assignment pursuant to an amended order of assignment, resulting in annual payments to one or more assignees in addition to the assignees in the original order of assignment: $300 for the first year of the amended order of assignment, plus $75 for each year thereafter;

(e) If payment of the total fees due for costs for processing an order or amended order is received by the lottery together with and at the same time as the required certified copy of the order or amended order, the fees will not be deducted from annual payments;

(f) The director shall review these costs at least biennially from December 1, 1997, and shall recommend adjustments, if necessary, for commission consideration and approval.

(5) The debt collection process mandated by RCW 67.70.255 and WAC 315-06-125 shall be applied to all payments made to any person pursuant to a voluntary assignment.

(6) The term "person" means an individual, corporation, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, joint venture, or other legal or commercial entity.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-123, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-123, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 98-15-114, § 315-06-123, filed 7/20/98, effective 8/20/98
WSR 97-20-052, § 315-06-123, filed 9/24/97, effective 10/25/97
WSR 96-15-124, § 315-06-123, filed 7/24/96, effective 8/24/96.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-125 Debts owed the state.

(1) The terms used in RCW 67.70.255 and these regulations are defined as follows:

(a) Creditor - Any state agency or political subdivision of this state that maintains records of debts owed to the state or political subdivision, or that the state is authorized to enforce or collect.

(b) Debt - A judgment rendered by a court of competent jurisdiction or obligations established pursuant to RCW 50.20.190, 51.32.240, 51.48.140, 74.04.300, 74.20A.040, 74.20A.055 and 82.32.210 or administrative orders as defined in RCW 50.24.110, 51.32.240, 51.48.150, and 74.20A.020(6).

(d) Two working days - Two days not to include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays as defined in RCW 1.16.050 commencing the day following the date the claim was validated by the lottery.

(e) Verification - A facsimile or photo copy of a judgment or final order received by the lottery during the requisite two working day period.

(f) Individual - A natural person.

(2) Any creditor may submit, to the lottery, in a format specified by the director, debt information required by the Revised Code of Washington. Debt information medium which do not contain the required information or are not in the proper format will be returned to the creditor. The creditor submitting debt information shall provide replacement debt information medium on a regular basis at intervals not to exceed one month or less than one week. The creditor shall be solely responsible for the accuracy of the information contained therein.

(3) Creditors submitting debt information medium in the proper format to the lottery shall also submit the name or names of designated contact persons.

(4) The lottery shall include the debt information submitted by the creditor in its validation and prize payment process. The lottery shall delay payment of a prize, exceeding $600, for a period not to exceed two working days, to any individual prize winner or to any other prize winner which has an individual holding a direct or indirect interest in the prize winner, and who owes a debt to a creditor pursuant to the information submitted in subsection (2) of this section. The lottery shall make a reasonable attempt to contact the creditor's designated contact person(s) by phone, followed by written correspondence, including email, to verify the debt. Three phone calls, excluding busy signals, shall constitute a reasonable attempt. The prize shall be paid to the prize winner if the debt is not verified by the submitting creditor within two working days. If the debt is verified, the prize shall be disbursed pursuant to subsection (9) of this section.

(5) It shall be the obligation of the prize winner to provide the lottery with the names, Social Security numbers, and percentage interests of the individuals who collectively hold one hundred percent of the interest in the prize.

(6) Where an individual holds an interest in a prize claimed by another individual, the lottery must be informed of that interest, its percentage and the Social Security number (SSN) of the nonclaimant individual who holds the interest, prior to the validation and prize payment process described herein; otherwise, the Social Security number of the claimant individual and the full net amount of the prize will be used in completing the processing required under this section.

(7) Where the right to payment to an individual who holds an interest in a prize winner is discretionary with a third party or is contingent, the tax ID number of the prize winner shall be used in completing the processing required under this section, rather than the Social Security number of said individual.

(8) A creditor shall verify the debt by submitting to the lottery at lottery headquarters in Olympia, Washington within the requisite two working day period, a facsimile or photocopy of a judgment or final order which is the basis for the debt.

(9) Prior to disbursement, any verified debts owed to a creditor by the individual winner of any lottery prize exceeding $600 or by an individual holding more than a $600 interest in a prize winner shall be set off against the prize owing to the individual or against the proportionate interest of the individual in the prize winner. In the event a prize winner or an individual holding more than a $600 interest in a prize winner owes debts to more than one creditor, and the total prize to that winner or individual is insufficient to pay all debts, the set off shall be paid to the creditors on a pro rata basis based on the amount of debt owed to each creditor unless priority is established by statute.

(10) No prize shall be paid to any person who claims a prize on behalf of, or at the request of, another person with the intent to avoid a debt under RCW 67.70.255 or this section.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-125, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-125, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 93-23-012, § 315-06-125, filed 11/5/93, effective 12/6/93
WSR 93-11-056, § 315-06-125, filed 5/12/93, effective 6/12/93
WSR 93-04-004, § 315-06-125, filed 1/21/93, effective 2/21/93
WSR 91-20-062, § 315-06-125, filed 9/25/91, effective 10/26/91
WSR 87-01-057 (Order 96), § 315-06-125, filed 12/16/86.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-130 Prizes payable after death or disability of individual winner.

(1) All prizes or a portion thereof which remain unpaid at the time of an individual prize winner's death shall be payable to the court appointed representative of the prize winner's estate once satisfactory evidence of said representative appointment has been presented to the director, claim forms have been properly filled out, and the director is satisfied that such payment is lawful and proper: Provided, however, That where the prize winner and spouse had entered into any agreement valid under the law of this state or another state which establishes the prize as property to pass to the surviving spouse without probate upon the death of the prize winner, then the prize shall be made payable to the surviving spouse, without the probating of an estate of the deceased.

(2) Prize moneys will be paid according to the law of descent and distribution, chapter 11.04 RCW, of the state of Washington if the winner thereof dies intestate regardless of whether the prize winner was domiciled at the time of the prize winner's death in the state of Washington.

(3) The director may rely wholly on the presentment of certified copies of a court's appointment of an administrator or executor, guardian, conservator or on any other evidence that a person is entitled to the payment of any prize winnings then due.

(4) The payment to the estate of the deceased winner of any prize winnings by the director shall absolve the director, the commission and employees of the lottery of any further liability for payment of said prize winnings.

(5)(a) Where the party who claimed a prize from the lottery was an individual, and the individual has died, the estate of the deceased individual prize winner may petition the lottery director to have the payment of an installment prize accelerated and paid to the estate at the installment prize's present cash value in lieu of receiving continued payments. The director may grant the petition if, in the director's sole discretion, payment of the remaining installments in a single, present cash value payment is in the best interests of the state lottery.

(b) The estate of an individual which has a community property interest in a prize, may petition the lottery director to have the payment of its interest in an installment prize accelerated and paid to the estate at the installment prize's present cash value in lieu of receiving continued payments. The director may grant the petition if, in the director's sole discretion, payment of the remaining installments in a single, present cash value payment is in the best interests of the state lottery. Payment to the surviving spouse of the remaining community property interest shall continue in installments.

(6) The director may petition any court of competent jurisdiction to request a determination for the payments of any prize winnings which are or may become due the estate of a deceased winner or a winner under a disability because of, but not limited to, underage, mental deficiency, or physical or mental incapacity.

(7) If the legatee(s) or heir(s) of a deceased winner entitled to prize winnings obtains an order from a court of competent jurisdiction directing payments due and to become due from the director to be paid directly to said legatee(s) or heir(s) or otherwise directs the director to make payments to another in the event of a winner's disability or otherwise, the director shall pay the prize winnings accordingly after application of that process mandated by RCW 67.70.255 and WAC 315-06-125.

(8) A deceased winner's estate shall be considered to be a winner, and payments thereto shall be governed by WAC 315-06-120.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-130, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 94-19-062, § 315-06-130, filed 9/20/94, effective 10/21/94
WSR 93-04-004, § 315-06-130, filed 1/21/93, effective 2/21/93
WSR 84-05-008 (Order 51), § 315-06-130, filed 2/7/84. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-037 (Order 2), § 315-06-130, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-170 Filing of reports.

Each lottery retailer may be required to file with the director periodic reports of its respective receipts and transactions in the sale of tickets in such form as approved by the director.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 94-03-020, § 315-06-170, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-170, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-170, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-190 Erroneous or mutilated tickets.

(1) Tickets erroneously printed or in any way mutilated when received by a lottery retailer must be returned by the lottery retailer immediately to the director. Credit may be allowed for said tickets but only if the authenticity of the tickets can be reasonably determined by the director. Credit will not be allowed if said tickets were previously validated or a validation attempt was made.

(2) Unless the director is satisfied that a mutilated ticket is authentic, no credit or prize will be issued to the holder of said ticket.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-190, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 94-03-020, § 315-06-190, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-190, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-190, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-200 Returned tickets.

All tickets once returned by a lottery retailer may not be reissued without prior approval of the director.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-06-200, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-200, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-210 Law enforcement.

(1) The director shall be the chief law enforcement officer, pursuant to chapter 67.70 RCW, for the purposes of enforcing such chapter, and the penal laws of this state relating to the conduct of or participation in lottery activities.

(2) The director shall appoint in accordance with the laws of the state of Washington a sufficient number of competent persons to act as Washington state lottery law enforcement officers, may remove them from a law enforcement capacity without cause, and shall define their rank and duties.

(3) The director may appoint employees to serve as special deputies, with such restricted police authority as the director shall designate as being necessary and consistent with their assignment to duty.

(4) The director shall apply for certification as a criminal justice agency pursuant to WAC 446-20-050 and shall designate specific employees for the collection and dissemination of criminal history record information, and for undercover audit or investigative work or other security operations.

(5) The director may issue a badge and shall issue an identification card to each employee designated as a lottery law enforcement officer.

(6) The director shall develop cooperative arrangements with other criminal justice agencies in the state of Washington for enforcement of laws related to lottery activities.

(7) The director shall issue guidelines for the conduct of lottery law enforcement personnel.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-06-210, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-040 (Order 5), § 315-06-210, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-06-220 Voluntary self-exclusion.

(1) The voluntary self-exclusion program is established for the purpose of allowing persons to exclude themselves from lottery play and related activities. Each person who enrolls in the voluntary self-exclusion program acknowledges that it is their responsibility to refrain from engaging in lottery play and other related activities.

(2) Definitions. The following definitions apply throughout this section unless the context clearly requires otherwise.

(a) "Director" means the director of the Washington state lottery commission.

(b) "Excluded prize" means: (i) Any monetary, promotional, or merchandise prize valued at more than $600; and (ii) any monetary, promotional, or merchandise second chance drawing prize regardless of value.

(d) "Lottery play" means purchase, play, or redemption of lottery tickets or games.

(e) "Lottery related activities" or "related activities" include, but are not limited to: Promotions, second chance promotions or drawings, events, and participation in the lottery's loyalty program.

(f) "Merchandise prize" means a prize offered by the lottery that is a product, experience, or service other than a monetary prize. Merchandise prizes include gift cards.

(g) "Monetary prize" means a prize offered by the lottery that is payable as a check, bank transfer, or annuity.

(h) "Participant" means a person who has enrolled in the program.

(i) "Prize" means any award, financial or otherwise, awarded by the director. Prizes may include any monetary amount, merchandise item, or experience offered by the lottery.

(j) "Promotion" means a time-limited opportunity for a player to receive a prize or other benefit not typically offered by the lottery, the purpose of which is to promote a certain lottery product, activity, partnership, or event.

(k) "Second chance lottery promotion" or "second chance drawing" means a drawing or promotion wherein a player must submit a nonwinning lottery ticket in order to be eligible to win a prize.

(l) "Voluntary self-exclusion program" or "program" means the voluntary self-exclusion program authorized under RCW 67.70.040, and does not apply to any form of gambling other than the lottery.

(3) Enrollment. A person may enroll in the program in person or by mail.

(a) In person at a lottery office by:

(i) Submitting a completed application on a form provided by the lottery;

(ii) Providing proof of identity. Acceptable forms of identification are: A valid driver's license from any state; a government-issued identification card containing the person's name, photograph, signature, and date of birth; or a valid United States or Canadian passport; and

(iii) Any other documentation required by the director.

(b) Through the mail by:

(i) Submitting a completed application on a form provided by the lottery. The form must be notarized;

(ii) Providing proof of identity. Acceptable forms of identification are a copy of: A valid driver's license from any state; a government-issued identification card containing the person's name, photograph, signature, and date of birth; or a valid United States or Canadian passport; and

(iii) Any other documentation required by the director.

(4) Period of enrollment.

(a) At the time of enrollment, the participant shall select a one-, three-, or five-year period of voluntary self-exclusion.

(b) At the time of enrollment, the participant may select the effective date of participation. If no date is selected, the effective date shall be the next business day after enrollment.

(c) Once enrolled, the participant shall not change the effective date or term of enrollment, except to extend the period of enrollment pursuant to subsection (5) of this section.

(d) Once enrolled, the participant shall not exit the program prior to termination of the selected period of voluntary self-exclusion.

(5) Termination, extension, and renewal of enrollment. Upon expiration of the selected period of enrollment, the participant will be removed from the program. The participant may extend their current enrollment by submitting a new application as required in subsection (3) of this section at least 30 days prior to expiration of the current enrollment period. A participant may reenroll in the program at any time following expiration of the current enrollment period by submitting a new application as required in subsection (3) of this section.

(6) Voluntary self-exclusion.

(a) During the period of enrollment, the participant acknowledges and agrees:

(i) The participant will not participate in lottery play or related activities;

(ii) The participant will not claim, redeem, or collect any excluded prize;

(iii) The participant will not create or maintain a lottery loyalty program account; and

(iv) Points or benefits accrued in the participant's existing loyalty program account, if any, will expire based on established expiry date(s) and no refund or replacement shall be provided by the lottery.

(b) Participants shall not be entitled to claim, redeem, or collect any excluded prize. In the event a participant attempts to claim, redeem, or collect an excluded prize during the period of enrollment, monetary prizes will be forfeited to the problem gambling account created in RCW 41.05.751 after payments of any debt under RCW 67.70.255. Taxes will be withheld and reported to the Internal Revenue Service for any portion of an excluded prize used to satisfy a debt. Merchandise prizes will be retained by the lottery.

(c) The lottery will take all reasonable steps to remove the participant from existing promotional mailing lists, electronic distribution lists, or other promotional listings.

(d) The program is intended to assist participants in controlling their gambling habits and promote responsible gambling. The lottery, its licensees, retailers, vendors, agents, contractors, and employees are not liable for damages in any civil action by any person based on:

(i) Compliance or noncompliance with this chapter;

(ii) An action or failure to act under this chapter;

(iii) Failure to withhold lottery privileges from an individual;

(iv) Permitting a participant to engage in lottery play or related activities; or

(v) Payment of a winning lottery prize to a participant.

(e) Information submitted by a participant related to the program is exempt from public inspection and copying pursuant to RCW 42.56.230. De-identified information may be released for statistical or research purposes. For purposes of this section, "de-identified" means captured personal information that cannot reasonably identify, relate to, describe, be capable of being associated with, or be linked, directly or indirectly, to a particular individual.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-06-220, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3), and (5). WSR 21-11-063, § 315-06-220, filed 5/14/21, effective 6/14/21.

Chapter 315-08 Financial management.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-08-010 Expenditure and transfer limits—State lottery account.

(1) At the outset of each biennium, the commission shall determine by resolution the following:

(a) The total amount of moneys which may be transferred from the state lottery account to the state's general fund and to the lottery administrative account, pursuant to legislative appropriation; and

(b) The total amount of moneys which may be expended from the state lottery account for each of the following purposes:

(i) Payment of retailer compensation;

(ii) Payment of prizes (which shall not be less than 45 percent of gross annual revenue of the lottery);

(iii) Online vendor payments;

(iv) Online telecommunications payments;

(v) Instant game vendor payments;

(vi) Promotion/advertising; and

(vii) Any other purposes required by law.

(2) The commission may amend by resolution the amounts determined under this section based on changes in the revenue stream and/or program requirements.

(3) The director may exceed approved totals when necessary for sales volume-related expenses provided that such expenditures are reported in the next regularly scheduled financial report to the commission.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-08-010, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-08-010, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 90-11-040, § 315-08-010, filed 5/10/90, effective 6/10/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-08-020 Revenue projections by commission.

The director shall present to the revenue forecast council periodic revenue projections made by the commission consistent with the executive budget.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 90-11-040, § 315-08-020, filed 5/10/90, effective 6/10/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-08-030 State lottery account—Director's responsibilities.

The director may transfer and expend moneys as the director deems appropriate within the totals determined pursuant to WAC 315-08-010 and shall perform all functions necessary for the administration and operation of the state lottery account.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-08-030, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 90-11-040, § 315-08-030, filed 5/10/90, effective 6/10/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-08-040 Director's quarterly report to the commission.

The director shall provide quarterly to the commission a full and complete statement of fund transfer and expenditure activity for the preceding quarter.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 90-11-040, § 315-08-040, filed 5/10/90, effective 6/10/90.

Chapter 315-10 Instant games—General rules.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-010 Instant games—Authorized—Director's authority.

The director shall:

(1) Select, operate, and contract relating to and for the operation of instant games meeting the criteria set forth in this chapter.

(2) Establish final instant game specifications, including the determination of winning tickets, in executed working papers or software requirement specifications and keep the portions of these documents that are subject to public disclosure available for 180 days after the end of each game for public review during normal business hours.

(3) Inform commission members of instant game development.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-010, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-010, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-010, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-10-010, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98
WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-010, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-10-010, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-020 Definitions.

(1) Ticket. The ticket purchased for participation in an instant game and any ticket used in media promotions and retailer incentive programs authorized by the director for an instant game.

(2) Instant game. A game in which a ticket is purchased and the ticket bearer determines the winnings, if any.

(3) Ticket bearer. The person who has signed the ticket or has possession of the unsigned ticket.

(4) Play symbols. The numbers or symbols appearing in the designated areas on the front and or the back of the ticket. Play symbols were formerly called play numbers. Both terms shall have the same meaning.

(5) Your(s). The ticket bearer's play area or areas (for example, "your hand(s)," "your card(s)," or "your roll(s)").

(6) Their(s). The opponent's play area or areas (for example, "their card(s)," or "their roll(s)").

(7) Validation number. The multidigit number found on the ticket and on any ticket stub. There must be a validation number on the ticket or any stub.

(8) Working papers or software requirement specifications. The documents providing production and winning ticket specifications for each instant ticket game.

(9) Scratch game. An instant game in which a ticket is purchased and, upon removal of a scratch-off coating on the front and or the back of the ticket, the ticket bearer determines his or her winning, if any.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-020, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 12-24-009, § 315-10-020, filed 11/27/12, effective 12/28/12. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-020, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-10-020, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98
WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-020, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97
WSR 89-21-029, § 315-10-020, filed 10/10/89, effective 11/10/89
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-10-020, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-05-008 (Order 51), § 315-10-020, filed 2/7/84. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.050. WSR 83-05-029 (Order 14), § 315-10-020, filed 2/10/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-10-020, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-022 Essential elements of instant game tickets.

The director shall establish in executed working papers or software requirement specifications for each instant game the specific form and location in which the following essential elements shall appear on each instant game ticket:

(1) Play field is generally the area that may contain play symbols, play symbol captions, prize symbols, prize symbol captions, and validation numbers;

(2) Play spots are the specific areas where play symbols are located;

(3) Play symbols are symbols, letters, or numbers appearing in each play spot of a ticket;

(4) Play symbol captions are small printed characters generally associated with each play symbol which may appear on the play field and correspond with and verify that play symbol. These captions spell out, in full or abbreviated form, the play symbol. There is only one play symbol caption for each play symbol, and each play symbol caption is associated with the three-digit ticket number;

(5) Prize symbols may be numeric or symbolic representations, printed either in a display printed prize legend or on the play field, which indicate the amount of money a player may win;

(6) Prize symbol captions may be small printed characters generally associated with each prize symbol appearing on the play field which correspond to and verify that prize symbol. The prize symbol caption is a spelling out, in full or abbreviated form, of the prize symbol;

(7) Validation number is a unique multidigit number on the ticket;

(8) Pack-ticket number is a number that may include the game, pack and ticket identifier;

(9) Retailer verification code is the code on the ticket that the lottery retailer uses to verify instant winners; and

(10) Odds of winning any prize shall always appear on the back of the ticket.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-022, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-022, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-022, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-022, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-023 Prizes available for instant games.

Prizes available are as set forth on the instant game ticket. Prizes may also include "Win for Life" prizes. "Win for Life" prizes will be paid in accordance with WAC 315-06-120(15) and may include prizes exceeding one million dollars.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-023, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-023, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-10-023, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-024 Methods of selecting winning tickets.

(1) Methods for selecting winning tickets may be as set forth on the instant game ticket and in the executed working papers or software requirement specifications. Methods for selecting winning tickets may include:

(a) Higher number. Your (the player's) number is greater than their (the opponent's) number.

(b) Match one or more. Match your play symbols to the winning play symbol(s).

(d) Match two or more consecutive. Match two or more consecutive "Game Cards" within a game to the "Draw Cards" to win the corresponding amount shown on the ticket.

(e) Match two or more. Match two or more "Game Cards" within a game to the "Draw Cards" to win the corresponding amount shown on the legend on the ticket.

(f) Three like cards. Get three like cards with one hand to win the corresponding amount shown on the ticket.

(g) Grand prize drawing. Find a bonus symbol that qualifies you to enter a grand prize drawing or submit one or more nonwinning tickets to enter a grand prize drawing.

(h) Match symbols. Match a specified number of identical play symbols on a play area.

(i) Add up "yours." Add up the play symbols designated as "yours" and the total is greater than, less than or equal to the symbol or symbols designated as "theirs."

(j) Add up. Add up the play symbols and the amount is greater than or equal to the designated symbols on the ticket.

(k) Tic tac toe. Match three identical play symbols, in a row, column, or diagonal, on a grid in the play area.

(l) Sequence. Find the designated play symbols in the specified sequential order.

(m) Spellout. Find the play symbols to form the designated word or words.

(n) In between. Find the play symbol or symbols designated as "yours" with a value less than the play symbol or symbols designated as "their high value" and greater than the play symbol or symbols designated as "their low value."

(2) Each of the methods described in subsection (1) of this section may include a special variant such as "automatic win feature," "doubler," "wild card," or "free space" that provides added or alternative methods of winning.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-024, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-024, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-024, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-10-024, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-025 Cost to purchase an instant game ticket.

The price of an instant game ticket shall not be less than $1.00 and not more than $50.00, except for those tickets used in promotions authorized by the director and retailer incentive programs authorized by the commission.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-09-044, s 315-10-025, filed 4/9/26, effective 5/10/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1)(3). WSR 15-09-029, § 315-10-025, filed 4/8/15, effective 5/9/15
WSR 10-16-025, § 315-10-025, filed 7/23/10, effective 8/23/10. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-025, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 98-08-067, § 315-10-025, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98
WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-025, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-030 Instant games criteria.

(1) The total of all prizes available to be won in an instant game shall not be less than forty-five percent of the instant game's projected revenue.

(2) There is no required frequency of drawing or method of selection of a winner in an instant game.

(3) At the director's discretion, an instant game may include a grand prize or second chance drawing(s). The criteria for the grand prize or second chance drawing shall be as follows:

(a) Finalists for such drawing(s) shall be selected in an elimination drawing(s) from tickets meeting the criteria stated on the ticket and in executed working papers or software requirement specifications or stated in lottery promotional materials, at the discretion of the director. Participation in the elimination drawing(s) shall be limited to such tickets that are actually received or ticket information is actually received and validated by the director on or before a date to be announced by the director. The director may reserve the right to place any semi-finalist whose entry was not entered in the elimination drawing(s) and who is subsequently determined to have been entitled to such entry into an elimination drawing of a subsequent instant game, and the determination of the director shall be final.

(b) The number of prizes and the amount of each prize in the drawing(s) shall be determined by the director to correspond with the size and length of the instant game and to comply with subsection (1) of this section.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-030, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-030, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-08-067, § 315-10-030, filed 3/30/98, effective 4/30/98
WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-030, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97
WSR 94-03-020, § 315-10-030, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 89-21-029, § 315-10-030, filed 10/10/89, effective 11/10/89
WSR 88-17-024 (Order 111), § 315-10-030, filed 8/11/88
WSR 85-22-057 (Order 81), § 315-10-030, filed 11/5/85
WSR 85-16-031 (Order 77), § 315-10-030, filed 7/30/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-10-030, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-05-008 (Order 51), § 315-10-030, filed 2/7/84
WSR 83-16-029 (Order 30), § 315-10-030, filed 8/27/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7 § 4. WSR 83-03-034 (Order 10), § 315-10-030, filed 1/14/83. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-10-030, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-035 Winning an instant game ticket.

(1) Each instant ticket shall be printed with instructions clearly indicating what constitutes a winning ticket. In addition, written descriptions of winning play and prize symbol combinations shall be included in the executed working papers or software requirement specifications for the production of each game. The ticket bearer must submit the winning ticket to the lottery as specified by the director. The winning ticket must be validated by the lottery through use of the validation number or any other means as specified in WAC 315-10-070 or by the director.

(2) The status of a winning or nonwinning ticket is determined as indicated in the executed working papers or software requirement specifications. No action or inaction of a player when scratching the ticket influences whether the ticket is a winner or nonwinner.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-035, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-035, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-035, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-035, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-040 Confidentiality of tickets.

No lottery retailer or its employees or agents shall attempt to ascertain the retailer verification code or otherwise attempt to identify unsold winning tickets.

History

Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-040, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-10-040, filed 12/16/85. Statutory Authority: 1982 2nd ex.s. c 7. WSR 82-21-038 (Order 3), § 315-10-040, filed 10/15/82.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-055 Redemption time.

(1) A player may submit a winning ticket for prize payment up to 180 days after the official end of game or 180 days from date of purchase of a computer generated ticket.

(2) In order to participate in a grand prize drawing in which the entry is the submittal of one or more winning or nonwinning tickets, a player must redeem and submit such a ticket or tickets or ticket information within the time limits set forth in chapter 315-06 WAC governing the conduct of that specific game or within the time limits set forth by the director in the game rules or instructions.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-055, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-055, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-055, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-055, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-060 Official beginning and end of an instant ticket game ticket sales.

The director shall announce the official start date and closing date of each instant ticket game in an official lottery publication via printed or electronic media, or both. Lottery retailers shall not sell any tickets prior to the start date of a game unless expressly authorized by the director.

A lottery retailer may continue to sell tickets for each instant game up to sixty days after the official end of that game.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-060, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-060, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97
WSR 94-03-020, § 315-10-060, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 89-09-008 (Order 115), § 315-10-060, filed 4/10/89
WSR 87-17-012 (Order 103), § 315-10-060, filed 8/10/87
WSR 86-12-002 (Order 92), § 315-10-060, filed 5/22/86
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-10-060, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-10-060, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-05-008 (Order 51), § 315-10-060, filed 2/7/84
WSR 84-01-004 (Order 42), § 315-10-060, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-070 Ticket validation requirements.

(1) To be a valid Washington state lottery instant game ticket, a ticket must meet all of the following validation requirements.

(a) The ticket must have been issued by the director in an authorized manner.

(b) The ticket must not be sold or transferred in an unauthorized manner.

(d) The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part.

(e) The ticket must not be stolen nor appear on any list of omitted tickets on file with the lottery.

(f) The ticket must be complete and not blank or partially blank, miscut, misregistered, defective, or printed or produced in error.

(g) If play symbol and play symbol captions are present in the playfield, the ticket must have at least one play symbol and at least one play symbol caption under each play spot. Play symbols must be present in their entirety, legible, right-side up, and not reversed in any manner.

(h) The ticket must have at least one pack-ticket number or serial number, exactly one retailer verification code, and exactly one validation number. These elements must be present in their entirety, legible, and not reversed in any manner.

(i) The validation number of an apparent winning ticket shall appear on the lottery's official list of validation numbers of winning tickets; and a ticket with that validation number shall not have been previously paid.

(j) The ticket must pass all additional confidential validation requirements, if any, established by the director.

(2) The director may authorize reconstruction of an alleged winning ticket which was not received and/or cannot be located by the lottery; provided, that the person requesting reconstruction submits to the lottery sufficient evidence to enable reconstruction and that they have submitted a claim for the prize, if any, for that ticket. If the reconstructed ticket is a winning ticket and meets the validation requirements contained in subsection (1) of this section and the specific validation requirements contained in the rules for its specific game, the director may authorize payment of the prize; provided, that the ticket shall not be validated nor the prize paid prior to one hundred eighty days following the official end of that instant game. A ticket(s) validated pursuant to this subsection shall not entitle the claimant entry into the grand prize drawing, if any, for that or any subsequent instant game.

(3) Any ticket not passing all the validation requirements in subsection (1) of this section and the specific validation requirements contained in the rules for its specific game is invalid and ineligible for any prize.

(4) The director may replace any invalid ticket with an unplayed ticket of equivalent sales price from any current instant game. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the only responsibility or liability of the lottery shall be the replacement of the defective ticket with an unplayed ticket of equivalent sales price from any current instant game, or issue a refund of the sales price. However, if the ticket is partially mutilated or if the ticket is not intact but it still can be validated by other validation tests, the director may pay the prize for that ticket.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-070, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-070, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-070, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97
WSR 85-16-031 (Order 77), § 315-10-070, filed 7/30/85
WSR 84-22-047 (Order 68), § 315-10-070, filed 11/7/84.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-075 Claiming an instant game prize.

Procedures for claiming instant game prizes are as follows:

(1) To claim an instant game prize of $600 or less the claimant may either present the apparent winning ticket to any lottery retailer regardless of where the ticket was purchased, or may present the apparent winning ticket to the lottery by mail or in person, or as otherwise authorized by the director. When a retailer is presented with a claim under this section, the retailer shall verify the claim and, if acceptable, make payment of the amount due the claimant. The prizes shall be paid during all normal business hours of that retailer provided that claims can be validated on the lottery's terminal. A retailer may pay prizes in cash or by business check, certified check, money order, or other payment method authorized by the director and acceptable to the claimant. The retailer shall not charge the claimant any fee for payment of the prize or for cashing a business check drawn on the retailer's account.

(2) In the event the retailer cannot verify the claim, the claimant shall present a claim to the lottery by mail, in person, or as otherwise authorized by the director. If the claim is validated by the lottery, funds shall be forwarded to the claimant in payment of the amount due. In the event that the claim is not validated by the director, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be promptly notified.

(3) To claim an instant prize of more than $600, the claimant shall complete a claim form, as provided in WAC 315-06-120, which is obtained from the lottery retailer or the lottery and mail or present in person, or as otherwise authorized by the director, the completed form together with the apparent winning ticket to the lottery. Upon validation by the director, funds shall be forwarded or presented to the claimant in payment of the amount due, less any applicable federal income tax withholding and deductions pursuant to RCW 67.70.255 and WAC 315-06-125. In the event that the claim is not validated by the director, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be promptly notified.

(4) To claim an instant prize pursuant to WAC 315-10-070(2), the claimant shall notify the lottery of the claim and request reconstruction of the ticket not later than 180 days after the official end of that instant game or 180 days from purchase of a computer generated ticket. If the director authorizes reconstruction, the ticket shall not be validated nor the prize paid prior to 180 days following the official end of that instant game or 180 days from purchase of a computer generated ticket. A ticket(s) validated pursuant to WAC 315-10-070(2) shall not entitle the claimant entry into the grand prize drawing, if any, for that or any subsequent instant game.

(5) Any ticket not passing all the validation checks specified by the director is invalid and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the director may, solely at the director's option, replace an invalid ticket with an unplayed ticket (or tickets of equivalent sales price from any other current game). In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the only responsibility or liability of the director shall be the replacement of the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket (or tickets of equivalent sale price from any other current game).

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-10-075, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-10-075, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-049, § 315-10-075, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 97-04-047, § 315-10-075, filed 1/31/97, effective 3/3/97.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-10-080 Retailer settlement.

(1) Each retailer licensed with the lottery to sell instant tickets shall establish an account for deposit of moneys derived from instant game sales with a financial institution that has the capability of electronic funds transfer (EFT) and shall make payment of all moneys due the lottery through the EFT account. Funds generated from the sale of instant tickets are held in trust by the retailer until transfer to the lottery.

(2) Each retailer shall make deposits periodically to its EFT account sufficient to cover moneys due the lottery. The director shall specify the days on which moneys due shall be withdrawn by EFT. Moneys not deposited by a specified day of withdrawal shall be overdue and delinquent.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 94-03-020, § 315-10-080, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
WSR 91-20-062, § 315-10-080, filed 9/25/91, effective 10/26/91.

Chapter 315-12 Public records disclosure.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-010 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter shall be to ensure compliance by the Washington state lottery commission and the office of the director, Washington state lottery, with the provisions of the Public Records Act, chapter 42.56 RCW.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-010, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-12-010, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-010, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-020 Definitions.

(1) Definitions set forth in chapter 315-02 WAC shall apply to this chapter.

(2) "Public record" includes any writing containing information relating to the conduct of government or the performance of any governmental or proprietary function prepared, owned, used or retained by any state or local agency regardless of physical form or characteristic.

(3) "Writing" means handwriting, typewriting, printing, photostating, photographing, and every other means of recording any form of communication or representation, including letters, words, pictures, sounds, or symbols, or combination thereof, and all papers, maps, data processing products, magnetic or paper tapes, photographic films and prints, magnetic or punched cards, discs, drums, and other documents.

(4) "Raw data" means facts, symbols, or observations which have not been processed, edited or interpreted, and are unorganized or unevaluated.

(5) "Information" means raw data that are organized, evaluated or interpreted to impart meaning to potential users and fulfill a recognized need.

(6) "Listing" or "list" means items of any kind including names, words or numbers no matter what the arrangement or purpose. When applied to the release of records, "listing" or "list" means items obtained from one or more source documents and contained in any form of writing or other media.

(7) "Tabulation" means the systematic arrangement of facts, statistics, and similar information, except the names of individuals, in column or table format.

(8) "Individual" means a natural person.

(9) "Commercial purpose" means the use of or the intent to use information contained in a listing to contact or in some way personally affect an individual identified on the list or for the purpose of facilitating the profit expectations of the person(s) who requested or obtained the list.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 97-07-063, § 315-12-020, filed 3/19/97, effective 4/19/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-020, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-030 Description of central and field organization of the commission and the director.

The administrative office of the commission and director is located at 814 - 4th Avenue, Olympia, WA 98506. Regional offices of the director located in other cities are as follows:

CITY	SERVICES
EVERETT REGION 11419 19th Avenue S.E. Suite A106 Everett, WA 98208	(a) Sales Representative (b) Payout Center (c) Ticket Sales
OLYMPIA HEADQUARTERS 814 - 4th Avenue Olympia, WA 98506	(a) Sales Representative (b) Payout Center (c) Ticket Warehousing (d) Ticket Sales
FEDERAL WAY REGION 33701 9th Avenue S Federal Way, WA 98003-6762	(a) Sales Representative (b) Payout Center (c) Ticket Sales
SPOKANE REGION NorthTown Mall 4750 N. Division St. Ste. 1009 Spokane, WA 99206-3631	(a) Sales Representative (b) Payout Center (c) Ticket Sales
VANCOUVER REGION 1503 N.E. 78th Street Vancouver, WA 98665	(a) Sales Representative (b) Payout Center (c) Ticket Sales
TRI-CITIES REGION 8551 W. Gage Blvd. Ste. K Kennewick, WA 99336	(a) Sales Representative (b) Payout Center (c) Ticket Sales

All records of the commission and director are maintained in the administrative office in Olympia.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-030, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70-040 [ 67.70.040] (1)(3). WSR 10-16-025, § 315-12-030, filed 7/23/10, effective 8/23/10. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-12-030, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 97-15-122, § 315-12-030, filed 7/23/97, effective 8/23/97
WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-12-030, filed 6/1/89
WSR 87-01-057 (Order 96), § 315-12-030, filed 12/16/86
WSR 84-05-008 (Order 51), § 315-12-030, filed 2/7/84. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-030, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-050 Public records available.

All public records of the lottery, its commission and director are available for public inspection and copying pursuant to these rules, except as otherwise provided by RCW 42.56.070, 42.56.210, 42.56.540, and other applicable laws.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-12-050, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-050, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-060 Public records officers.

The lottery's public records shall be in the charge of the public records officer(s) as designated by the director. The person(s) so designated shall be located in the administrative office of the director. The public records officer(s) shall be responsible for the following: The implementation of the commission's rules regarding release of public records, coordinating the staff of the director in this regard, maintaining, keeping current, and publishing an index of all agency records as required by RCW 42.56.070 and WAC 315-12-140; and generally ensuring compliance by the staff with the public records disclosure requirements of chapter 42.56 RCW.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-060, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-12-060, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-060, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-070 Hours for record inspection and copying.

Public records shall be available for inspection and copying during the customary office hours of the director. For the purposes of this chapter, the customary office hours shall be from 8:00 a.m. to noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-070, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-080 Requests for public records.

In accordance with requirements of chapter 42.56 RCW that agencies prevent unreasonable invasions of privacy, protect public records from damage or disorganization, and prevent excessive interference with essential functions of the agency, public records may be inspected or copied or copies of such records may be obtained, by members of the public, upon compliance with the following procedures:

(1) A request may be made in writing upon a form prescribed by the director which shall be available at its administrative office. The form may be presented to any member of the director's staff at the administrative office of the director during customary office hours. The request shall include the following information:

(a) The name and address of the person requesting the record.

(b) The time of day and calendar date on which the request was made.

(d) The purpose for which a list of individuals, if so requested, will be used.

(e) The signature of the requestor.

(2) In all cases in which a member of the public makes a request, it shall be the obligation of the staff member to whom the request is made to assist the member of the public in appropriately identifying the public record requested.

(3) Any persons authorized by law to obtain a list of individuals from public records will be required to complete a statement agreeing not to release or use the information for commercial purposes. One or more requests from the same or associated persons for information regarding individuals shall be treated as a request for a list of individuals.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-12-080, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08
WSR 97-07-063, § 315-12-080, filed 3/19/97, effective 4/19/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-080, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-085 Player information

(1) All personal and financial information concerning a player that is received or maintained by the lottery or any contracted lottery vendor except the player's name and city or town of residence is exempt from public inspection and copying. Additional information may be released only in accordance with prior written permission from the player.

(2) Requests for lists of individuals will be denied if the request is or appears to be made for commercial purposes.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-085, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-090 Copying.

(1) There is no fee for the inspection of public records.

(2) The director will charge a fee of 15 cents per page for providing copies of public records and for use of the director's copy equipment. This charge is to reimburse the director for costs incident to such copying. The charge for providing other public records will be at actual cost as determined by the public records officer. Postal charges will be added when applicable. No copies of records will be provided to the requestor until all such charges have been paid.

(3) Nothing contained in this section shall preclude the director from agreeing to exchange or provide copies of manuals or other public records with other state or federal agencies, whenever doing so is in the best interest of the agency.

(4) The director or public records officer is authorized to waive any of the foregoing copying costs or other costs related to public records.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-090, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 97-07-063, § 315-12-090, filed 3/19/97, effective 4/19/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-090, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-110 Denial of request.

Each denial of a request for a public record shall be accompanied by a written statement to the requestor clearly specifying the reasons for the denial, including a statement of the specific exemption authorizing the withholding of the record and a brief explanation of how the exemption applies to the record withheld. Such statement shall be sufficiently clear and complete to permit the director or the director's designee to review the denial in accordance with WAC 315-12-120.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-110, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-110, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-120 Request for review of denials of public records requests.

(1) Any person who objects to the denial of a request for a public record may request the public records officer for prompt review of such decision by tendering a written request for review. The written request shall specifically refer to the written statement by the public records officer or other staff member which constituted or accompanied the denial.

(2) After receiving a written request for review of a decision denying a public record, if the public records officer determines to affirm the denial, the public records officer shall immediately refer the written request and the pertinent documents to the director. The director or the director's designee shall promptly consider the matter and either affirm or reverse such denial. The written decision of the director or the director's designee shall constitute final agency action for purposes of judicial review.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-120, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-120, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-130 Protection of public records.

Public records shall be disclosed only in the presence of a public records officer or their designee, who shall withdraw the record(s) if the person requesting disclosure acts in a manner which will damage or substantially disorganize the records or interfere excessively with other essential functions of the agency. This section shall not be construed to prevent the director from accommodating a requestor by use of the mails in the disclosure process or by providing disclosure at a time which will not interfere with the agency's essential functions.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-130, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-130, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-145 Records index.

(1) The agency has established and implemented a system of indexing for the identification and location of the following records:

(a) All records issued before July 1, 1990, for which the agency has maintained an index;

(b) Final adjudicative orders and declaratory orders issued after June 30, 1990, that contain an analysis or decision of substantial importance to the agency in carrying out its duties;

(2) Final and declaratory orders shall be evaluated by the director or director's designee and those orders which have substantial importance shall be selected for inclusion in the index.

(3) Selected orders shall be indexed by a phrase describing the issue or holding and by a citation to the law involved. Interpretive and policy statements shall be indexed by subject matter, topic, calendar year or a combination of these, as appropriate.

(4) The index is available for public access during business hours at the agency's administrative office, 814 - 4th Avenue, Olympia, Washington 98504.

(5) The indexes shall be kept current and updated annually.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-145, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 91-03-036, § 315-12-145, filed 1/9/91, effective 2/9/91.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-12-150 Communications.

All written communications with the commission or director pertaining to the administration or enforcement of chapter 42.56 RCW and these rules shall be addressed as follows: Washington State Lottery, P.O. Box 43026, Olympia, WA 98504-3026, Attn: Public Records Officer. Communication may also be made through the lottery's website at www.walottery.com.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-12-150, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70-040 [ 67.70.040] (1)(3). WSR 10-16-025, § 315-12-150, filed 7/23/10, effective 8/23/10. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 08-11-043, § 315-12-150, filed 5/14/08, effective 6/14/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17.250. WSR 83-13-080 (Order 23), § 315-12-150, filed 6/17/83.

Chapter 315-20 Procedural rules—Contested cases—Petitions for declaratory ruling and rule making.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-005 Adjudicative proceedings—Authority—Office of administrative hearings rules adopted.

(1) Washington state lottery adjudicative proceedings are conducted under the authority of chapter 34.05 RCW, the Washington Administrative Procedure Act, and chapter 67.70 RCW, the Washington State Lottery Act.

(2) Chapter 10-08 WAC as periodically amended, rules of the office of administrative hearings is hereby adopted for the administration of lottery adjudicative proceedings. The lottery commission may adopt additional rules, pursuant to applicable rule making procedures, pertaining to adjudicative proceedings.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 93-15-019, § 315-20-005, filed 7/9/93, effective 8/9/93.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-010 Director may temporarily suspend license and remove terminal pending a hearing.

(1) After review and consideration, the director may temporarily suspend a license or addendum thereto issued pursuant to these rules pending a hearing upon suspension or revocation of the license, or issuance of a renewal thereof, when in the opinion of the director:

(a) The lottery retailer has obtained the license or addendum by fraud, trick, misrepresentation, concealment, or through inadvertence or mistake; or

(b) The lottery retailer has engaged in any act, practice or course of operation as would operate as a fraud or deceit on any person, or has employed any device, scheme or artifice to defraud any person; or

(c) The lottery retailer has violated, failed, or refused to comply with any of the provisions, requirements, limitations, or duties imposed by chapter 67.70 RCW and any amendments thereto or any rules adopted by the commission pursuant thereto; or

(d) Immediate cessation of the licensed activities by the lottery retailer is necessary for the protection or preservation of the welfare of the community within which these activities are being conducted.

(2) After review and consideration, if the director determines that a retailer's license shall be revoked or suspended, the lottery shall immediately remove all lottery terminals and material from the retailer's store(s), in order to prevent any financial loss or harm to the integrity of the lottery. The retailer shall have the right to appeal the decision of the director, and, if the retailer prevails in a final court action which is not appealed, the lottery shall bear the cost of reinstallation of the lottery terminal(s).

(3) Notice of such temporary suspension and/or terminal removal shall be served in accordance with WAC 10-08-110.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-08-001, § 315-20-010, filed 3/20/02, effective 4/20/02
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-20-010, filed 12/16/85
WSR 83-13-081 (Resolution No. 24), § 315-20-010, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-020 Appearance and practice before the director—Who may appear.

(1) No person may appear in a representative capacity before the commission or the director, or the director's designated administrative law judge or presiding officer, other than the following:

(a) Attorneys at law duly qualified and entitled to practice before the supreme court of the state of Washington.

(b) Attorneys at law qualified and entitled to practice before the highest court of record of any other state, if the attorneys at law of the state of Washington are permitted to appear in a representative capacity before administrative agencies of such other state, and if not otherwise prohibited by Washington state law.

(c) A bona fide officer, authorized manager, partner, or full time employee of an individual firm, association, partnership, or corporation who appears for such individual firm, association, partnership or corporation.

(d) Such other persons as may be permitted by the commission or director upon a showing by a party to the hearing of such a necessity or such a hardship as would make it unduly burdensome upon him to have a representative as set forth under subsections (a), (b), and (c) above.

(2) Nothing herein shall preclude an individual from appearing on their own behalf, pro se.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-20-020, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 83-13-081 (Resolution No. 24), § 315-20-020, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-040 Standards of ethical conduct.

All persons appearing in proceedings before the commission or the director in a representative capacity shall conform to the standards of ethical conduct required of attorneys before the courts of the state of Washington. If any such person does not conform to such standards, the commission or the director may decline to permit such person to continue to appear in a representative capacity in that proceeding or in any other proceeding before the commission or the director.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 83-13-081 (Resolution No. 24), § 315-20-040, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-050 Appearance by former employee of commission or former member of attorney general's staff.

Former director(s), commissioners, employees of the director, and the assistant attorney general assigned to the director and/or the commission shall not appear in a representative capacity on behalf of any party in a formal proceeding before the director, the director's designated administrative law judge or presiding officer, or the commission unless:

(1) The appearance is more than two years after the person severed their relationship or employment; and

(2) The person did not take an active part on behalf of the director or commission in the matter being decided.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-20-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 83-13-081 (Resolution No. 24), § 315-20-050, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-060 Waiver of hearing.

In any case involving violations of the lottery laws, rules or regulations, where the director deems it appropriate, the director may afford the lottery retailer an opportunity to waive a formal hearing that has been timely requested. If the lottery retailer so elects to waive formal hearing, the retailer may then state in writing any matter in explanation or mitigation of the violations that the retailer desires the director to consider in making a decision. At the time the lottery retailer submits the waiver, the retailer may also request to be present when the director meets to consider a decision in the matter. In the event the lottery retailer elects to waive formal hearing, the retailer shall thereafter be bound by such election and may not thereafter request formal hearing.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-20-060, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-20-060, filed 12/16/85
WSR 83-13-081 (Resolution No. 24), § 315-20-060, filed 6/17/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-075 Adjudicative proceedings—Subpoenas—Discovery.

(1) The designated administrative law judge or presiding officer may issue subpoenas to persons to appear and give testimony and may require the production of any books, papers, correspondence, memorandums, or other records deemed relevant or material and may issue protective orders all as a part of an adjudicative proceeding. The agency or its legal representative may issue subpoenas as may the attorney of the party against whom action is taken. All subpoenas must be filed with the designated administrative law judge or presiding officer, together with proof of proper service, at least five days prior to the date of the hearing for which they are issued. Such subpoenas will issue and may be enforced in the form and manner set forth in RCW 34.05.446 and WAC 10-08-120.

(2) The designated administrative law judge or presiding officer, upon motion or before the time specified in the subpoena for compliance therewith, may:

(a) Quash or modify the subpoena if it is unreasonable and oppressive; or

(b) Condition denial of the motion upon the advancement by the person in whose behalf the subpoena is issued of the reasonable cost of producing the books, papers, documents, or tangible things.

(3) The attendance of witnesses and such production of evidence may be required from any place within the state of Washington to any location where a hearing is being conducted.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-20-075, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 93-15-019, § 315-20-075, filed 7/9/93, effective 8/9/93.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-085 Adjudicative proceedings—Depositions and interrogatories—Right to take.

Unless otherwise provided, any party may take the testimony of any person, including a party, by deposition upon oral examination or written interrogatories for use as evidence in the proceeding. The deposition of a commissioner, the director, or the deputy director, may be taken only upon application to the designated administrative law judge or presiding officer, for good cause shown and only in those circumstances where the statements or depositions of other staff members would not reveal the information, evidence, or details needed by the party for the case. The attendance of witnesses to a deposition may be compelled by use of subpoena. Depositions shall be taken only in accordance with this rule and the rules on subpoenas.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-20-085, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 93-15-019, § 315-20-085, filed 7/9/93, effective 8/9/93.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-095 Adjudicative proceedings—Depositions and interrogatories—Notice.

A party desiring to take the deposition of any person upon oral examination shall give reasonable notice of not less than seven days in writing to all parties. The notice shall state the time and place for taking the deposition and the name and address of each person to be examined. On motion of a party on whom the notice is served, the presiding officer may, for good cause shown, enlarge or shorten the time. If the parties so stipulate in writing, depositions may be taken at any time or place, upon any notice, and in any manner and when so taken may be used as other depositions.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 93-15-019, § 315-20-095, filed 7/9/93, effective 8/9/93.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-105 Depositions and interrogatories in adjudicative proceedings—Protection of parties and deponents.

(1) After notice is served for taking a deposition, upon motion reasonably made by any party or by the person to be examined and upon notice and for good cause shown, the designated administrative law judge or presiding officer may make an order that the deposition shall not be taken, or that it may be taken only at some designated place other than that stated in the notice, or that it may be taken only on written interrogatories, or that certain matters shall not be inquired into, or that the scope of the examination shall be limited to certain matters, or that the examination shall be held with no one present except the parties to the action and their officers or counsel, or that the designated administrative law judge or presiding officer may make any other order which justice requires to protect the party or witness from annoyance, embarrassment, or oppression.

(2) At any time during the taking of the deposition, on motion of any party or the deponent and upon a showing that the examination is being conducted in bad faith or in such manner as unreasonably to annoy, embarrass, or oppress the deponent or party, the designated administrative law judge or presiding officer may order the party conducting the examination to cease forthwith from taking the deposition as above provided.

(3) If the order made terminates the examination, it shall be resumed only upon the order of the designated administrative law judge or presiding officer. Upon demand of the objecting party or deponent, the taking of the deposition shall be suspended for the time necessary to make a motion for an order.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-20-105, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 93-15-019, § 315-20-105, filed 7/9/93, effective 8/9/93.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-115 Production of documents and use at an adjudicative proceeding.

(1) Upon request by any party to the adjudicative proceeding, copies of all materials to be presented at the adjudicative proceeding shall be provided to the requester within seven days of the request but, for good cause shown, not less than three business days prior to the date of the hearing.

(2) When exhibits of a documentary character are to be offered into evidence at the hearing, the party offering the exhibit shall provide a minimum of two copies, one for the designated administrative law judge or opposing party and one for the presiding officer.

(3) If documentary evidence has not been exchanged prior to the hearing, the parties shall arrive at the hearing location in sufficient time before the time scheduled for the hearing for the purpose of exchanging copies of exhibits to be introduced.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-20-115, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 93-15-019, § 315-20-115, filed 7/9/93, effective 8/9/93.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-20-125 Brief adjudicative proceedings.

(1) Application of brief adjudicative proceedings.

(a) If an adjudicative proceeding is timely requested, a brief adjudicative proceeding will be conducted where the matter involves one or more of the following:

(i) Denial, conditional grant, suspension, or revocation of a license pursuant to chapter 315-04 WAC; or

(ii) Prize denials pursuant to WAC 315-06-120.

(b) If an adjudicative proceeding is requested in a matter not listed in (a) of this subsection, a brief adjudicative proceeding may be conducted in the sole discretion of the presiding officer when it appears that protection of the public interest does not require that the lottery provide notice and opportunity to participate to persons other than the parties and:

(i) Only legal issues exist; or

(ii) Both parties have agreed to a brief adjudicative proceeding.

(c) The presiding officer may, in their sole discretion, convert a brief adjudicative proceeding to a formal adjudicative proceeding whenever it appears that a brief adjudicative proceeding is insufficient to resolve the case.

(2) Conduct of brief adjudicative proceedings.

(a) Brief adjudicative proceedings shall be conducted by a presiding officer designated by the director. The presiding officer shall have agency expertise in the subject matter at hand but shall not have personally participated in the decision to issue the initiating document. For purposes of this section, "initiating document" means one or more documents that provide notice to the affected party of the lottery's action or decision.

(b) The parties may present written arguments, documentation, evidence, and declarations. The presiding officer shall designate the date(s) by which written materials must be submitted by the parties.

(c) The presiding officer may, in their sole discretion, entertain oral argument from the parties at a time and place designated by the presiding officer.

(d) No witnesses may testify.

(e) Depositions and interrogatories are not allowed.

(f) In addition to considering the preliminary record, the presiding officer may employ agency expertise as a basis for decision.

(g) The presiding officer shall issue a written initial order within 10 days of the date for final submission of written materials or oral argument, if any.

(3) Preliminary record. The presiding officer shall consider the preliminary record when issuing an initial order.

(a) The preliminary record with respect to decisions made under chapter 315-04 WAC shall consist of:

(i) The lottery licensing file including, but not limited to, the application and all associated materials, correspondence to or from the applicant or licensee, background check results, and any documents relied upon in proposing to deny, grant conditionally, suspend, or revoke the license;

(ii) The initiating document;

(iii) The request for an adjudicative proceeding;

(iv) Any written materials submitted to, or considered by, the presiding officer; and

(v) Transcripts or recordings of oral argument, if any.

(b) The preliminary record with respect to decisions made under WAC 315-06-120 shall consist of:

(i) The lottery prize claim file including, but not limited to, any investigation or reconstruction results, and correspondence to or from the claimant;

(ii) The ticket, or a legible copy of the ticket, that is in question;

(iii) The initiating document;

(iv) The request for an adjudicative proceeding;

(v) Any written materials submitted to, or considered by, the presiding officer; and

(vi) Transcripts or recordings of oral argument, if any.

(4) Effectiveness of orders on brief adjudicative proceedings. Initial orders on brief adjudicative proceedings become final 21 days after service of the initial order unless:

(a) Administrative review is requested pursuant to subsection (5) of this section; or

(b) On their own initiative, the director or designee determines to review the matter and, within 21 days of service of the initial order, provides notice to the parties of the date by which a determination will be made.

(5) Administrative review.

(a) Any party to a brief adjudicative proceeding may request review of the initial order by filing a written petition for review by the director or designee.

(b) The petition for review must be actually received by the director or designee within 21 days of service of the initial order. The petition for review must also be served on any other party to the case at the time it is filed with the director or designee.

(d) Each party shall be provided an opportunity to provide their written statement on the matter.

(e) The director or designee shall consider the petition for review and response, if any, and issue a final order or convert the proceeding to a formal adjudicative hearing.

(f) The final order must be in writing, must include a brief statement of the reason(s) for the decision, and must be entered within 20 days after the date of the initial order or the request for review, whichever is later. The final order must contain a description of any further available administrative review or, if none is available, a notice that judicial review may be available.

(g) A request for administrative review is deemed to have been denied if the director or designee does not make a disposition within 20 days after the petition for review is submitted.

(6) Agency record of brief adjudicative proceedings. The agency record of a brief adjudicative proceeding shall consist of the preliminary record as set forth in subsection (3) of this section, and, if applicable, any materials considered during a review pursuant to subsection (5) of this section and the final order.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 22-11-019, § 315-20-125, filed 5/9/22, effective 6/9/22.

Chapter 315-30 Draw games—General rules.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-010 Draw games—Authorized—Director's authority.

The commission hereby authorizes the director to operate draw games that meet the criteria set forth in this chapter. New draw games shall not be made available for sale without approval of the commission.

(1) The director may contract for the development and operation of draw games, and may operate said games subject to the approval of the commission.

(2) Before approving the final draw game specifications, the director shall provide the commission with a description of the proposal, and obtain approval of the proposed game concept by the commission.

(3) The director shall establish and approve the final draw game specifications, as executed in working papers or software requirement specifications, including the determination of winning tickets, after presentation and approval of any new draw game proposal to the commission for a vote of the commission.

(4) All draw game procedures and play criteria shall be made available to the public on the agency internet website and upon request.

(5) Mega Millions draw game shall be conducted consistent with chapter 67.70 RCW and Title 315 WAC and pursuant to the requirements of the multistate agreement, Mega Millions official game rules, Mega Millions finance and operations procedures, and Mega Millions line drawing procedures in effect at the time of this rule amendment, all of which are incorporated by this rule. A copy of the multistate agreement, Mega Millions official game rules, Mega Millions finance and operations procedures, and Mega Millions line drawing procedures can be obtained from the Lottery Commission, P.O. Box 43000, Olympia, WA 98504-3000.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-010, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 13-24-071, § 315-30-010, filed 11/27/13, effective 12/28/13
WSR 09-19-095, § 315-30-010, filed 9/18/09, effective 10/19/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-010, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-30-010, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-020 Definitions.

(1) Draw game. A lottery game in which a player pays a fee to a lottery retailer or directly to the lottery and selects a combination of digits, numbers, or symbols; type and amount of play; and drawing date and receives a computer generated ticket with those selections printed on it; or pays for a ticket with predetermined numbers, symbols or characters selected by the lottery terminal; or pays for a raffle ticket. The lottery will conduct a drawing to determine the winning ticket or the winning combination(s) in accordance with the specific draw game procedures and play criteria. Each ticket bearer whose valid ticket includes a winning combination, or is the winning ticket, shall be entitled to a prize if claim is submitted within the specified time period. Draw games may also be referred to as "online" games.

(2) Draw game retailer. A lottery retailer authorized by the lottery to sell draw game tickets. All draw game retailers may also sell other lottery game tickets offered by the lottery and approved by the commission.

(3) Draw game ticket. A computer-generated ticket issued by a lottery retailer to a player as a receipt for the combination(s) a player has selected, or as a receipt of the predetermined numbers, symbols or characters selected by the lottery terminal, or a raffle ticket. That ticket shall be the only acceptable evidence of the combination(s) of digits, numbers, or symbols selected. Draw game tickets may be purchased only from a lottery retailer authorized to sell draw game tickets or directly from the lottery. Internet sales and lottery courier services are not authorized in Washington state.

(4) Lottery terminal. The computer hardware through which tickets are generated and validated.

(5) Drawing. The procedure determined by the director by which the lottery selects the winning combination in accordance with the rules of the game.

(6) Certified drawing. A drawing about which the lottery and an independent certified public accountant attest that the drawing equipment functioned properly and that a random selection of a winning combination occurred; or the random selection of a winning ticket occurred.

(7) Winning combination. One or more digits, numbers, or symbols randomly selected by the lottery in a drawing that has been certified.

(8) Validation. The process of determining whether a ticket presented for payment is a winning ticket.

(9) Validation number. A unique number printed on each ticket, which is used to determine whether the ticket is a winning ticket.

(10) Ticket bearer. The person who has signed the ticket or who has possession of an unsigned ticket.

(11) Raffle. A draw game variation in which the player receives a computer generated ticket with the numbers, symbols, or characters predetermined on it. The lottery will conduct a drawing to determine the winning combination(s) in accordance with the specific raffle game procedures and criteria. All raffle draw game tickets issued during a specific raffle draw game shall be entered into the drawing for that game. Each ticket bearer whose valid raffle draw game ticket includes a winning combination shall be entitled to a prize if the claim is submitted within the specified time period.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-020, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-020, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-11-033, § 315-30-020, filed 5/15/92, effective 6/15/92
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-30-020, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-30-020, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-19-045 (Order 64), § 315-30-020, filed 9/17/84
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-30-020, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-030 Draw games criteria.

(1) The base price of a play shall not be less than $.50 and not more than $20.00.

(2) On the average the total of all prizes available to be won in a draw game shall not be less than 45 percent of the game's projected revenue.

(3) The manner and frequency of drawings may vary with the type of game, except that no draw game shall have a drawing more than once in a 24 hour period.

(4) The times, locations, and drawing procedures shall be determined by the director.

(5) A ticket bearer claiming a prize shall submit the apparent winning ticket as specified by the director. The ticket must be validated pursuant to WAC 315-30-050 by the lottery or a lottery retailer through use of the validation number and any other means as specified by the director.

(6) Procedures for claiming prizes are as follows:

(a) To claim a game prize of $600.00 or less, the claimant shall present the winning ticket to any lottery retailer authorized to sell draw game tickets or to the lottery.

(i) If the ticket is presented to a lottery retailer authorized to sell draw game tickets, the retailer shall validate the ticket and, if determined to be a winning ticket, may make payment of the amount due the claimant. If the retailer cannot validate the ticket, the claimant may submit the disputed ticket to the lottery by mail or in person. Upon determination that the ticket is a winning ticket, the lottery shall pay the prize. If the ticket is determined to be a nonwinning ticket, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be promptly notified in the most timely and efficient method available as determined by the director.

(ii) If the ticket is presented to the lottery, the claimant shall submit the ticket to the lottery by mail or in person. Upon determination that the ticket is a winning ticket, the lottery shall pay the prize. If the ticket is determined to be a nonwinning ticket, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be promptly notified in the most timely and efficient method available as determined by the director.

(b) To claim a prize of more than $600.00, the claimant shall obtain and complete a claim form or otherwise provide necessary information, as provided in WAC 315-06-120, and submit it with the ticket to the lottery by mail or in person. Upon determination that the ticket is a winning ticket, the lottery shall pay the prize. Prizes greater than $600.00 are subject to federal income tax withholding requirements according to the Internal Revenue Service publications for state lotteries. If the ticket is determined to be a nonwinning ticket, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be promptly notified in the most timely and efficient method available as determined by the director.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-030, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-030, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 94-03-020, § 315-30-030, filed 1/7/94, effective 2/9/94
92-11-033, § 315-30-030, filed 5/15/92, effective 6/15/92
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-30-030, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-16-031 (Order 77), § 315-30-030, filed 7/30/85
WSR 84-19-045 (Order 64), § 315-30-030, filed 9/17/84
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-30-030, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-040 Drawings and end of sales prior to drawings.

(1) Drawings shall be conducted in a location and at days and times designated by the director. Each drawing script shall contain the statement, "Digits/numbers/symbols drawn are not official until validated."

(2) The director shall announce for each type of game the time for the end of sales prior to the drawings. Lottery terminals will not process orders for tickets for that drawing after the time established by the director.

(3) The director shall designate the type of equipment to be used and shall establish procedures to randomly select the winning combination for each type of game.

(4) The equipment used to determine the winning combination shall not be electronically or otherwise connected to the central computer or to any tapes, discs, files, etc., generated or produced by the central computer. The equipment shall be tested prior to and after each drawing to ensure proper operation and lack of tampering or fraud. Drawings shall not be certified until all checks are completed. No prizes shall be paid until after the drawing is certified.

(5) The director shall establish procedures governing the conduct of drawings for each type of game. The procedures shall include provisions for deviations which include, but are not limited to:

(a) Drawing equipment malfunction before validation of the winning combination;

(b) Video and/or audio malfunction during the drawing;

(d) Delayed drawing; and

(e) Other equipment, facility, and/or personnel difficulties.

(6) In the event a deviation occurs, the drawing will be completed under lottery supervision. If the drawing was to be broadcast, the drawing shall be video taped for later broadcast, if broadcast time is available. The drawing shall be certified and the deviation documented on the certification form. The winning combination will be provided to the television network for dissemination to the public.

(7) If during any live-broadcasted drawing for a game, a mechanical failure or operator error causes an interruption in the selection of all digits, numbers, or symbols, a "foul" shall be called by the lottery drawing official. Any digit/number/symbol drawn prior to a "foul" being called will stand and be deemed official after passing lottery validation tests.

(8) The director shall delay payment of all prizes if any evidence exists or there are grounds for suspicion that tampering or fraud has occurred. Payment shall be made after an investigation is completed and the drawing certified. If the drawing is not certified, another drawing will be conducted to determine the actual winner.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-040, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-040, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-11-033, § 315-30-040, filed 5/15/92, effective 6/15/92
WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-30-040, filed 6/1/89
WSR 84-19-045 (Order 64), § 315-30-040, filed 9/17/84
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-30-040, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-050 Validation requirements.

(1) To be a valid winning draw game ticket, all of the following conditions must be met:

(a) All printing on the ticket shall be present in its entirety, be legible, and correspond, using the computer validation file, to the combination and date printed on the ticket.

(b) The ticket shall be intact.

(d) The ticket shall not be counterfeit or an exact duplicate of another winning ticket.

(e) The ticket must have been issued by an authorized lottery retailer or the lottery in an authorized manner.

(f) The ticket must not have been stolen.

(g) The ticket must not have been canceled or previously paid.

(h) The ticket shall pass all other confidential security checks of the lottery.

(i) The ticket must not have been purchased or obtained over the internet or from a lottery courier service.

(2) Any ticket failing any validation requirement listed in WAC 315-30-050(1) is invalid and ineligible for a prize. Provided, if a court of competent jurisdiction determines that a claim based on a ticket that has failed to validate solely because of subsection (1)(g) of this section is valid, the claim shall be paid as a prize pursuant to WAC 315-06-120, 315-30-030, and the rules for that specific type of game. The agent that canceled or paid such ticket shall indemnify the lottery for payment of the prize and from any other claim, suit, or action based on that ticket.

(3) The director may replace an invalid ticket with a ticket for a future drawing of the same game. The director may pay the prize for a ticket that is partially mutilated or is not intact if the ticket can still be validated by the other validation requirements.

(4) In the event a ticket is issued in error or a defective ticket is purchased, the only responsibility or liability of the lottery, its vendors, or the lottery retailer shall be the replacement of the erroneous or defective ticket with another ticket for a future drawing of the same game.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-050, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-30-050, filed 6/1/89
WSR 85-22-057 (Order 81), § 315-30-050, filed 11/5/85
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-30-050, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-060 Payment of prizes by lottery retailers.

(1) A lottery retailer authorized to sell draw games may pay to the ticket bearer prizes of $600.00 or less for any validated claims presented to that lottery retailer regardless of where the ticket was purchased. These prizes may be paid during all normal business hours of that lottery retailer, provided, the draw game system is operational and claims can be validated. The lottery retailer shall not charge the claimant any fee for payment of the prize or for cashing a business check drawn on the lottery retailer's account.

(2) A lottery retailer may pay prizes in cash or by business check, certified check, money order, or other method authorized by the director. A lottery retailer that pays a prize with a check that is dishonored may be subject to suspension or revocation of its license, pursuant to WAC 315-04-200.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-060, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-060, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-30-060, filed 12/16/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-30-060, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-30-060, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-070 Retailer settlement.

(1) Each lottery retailer authorized to sell draw games shall establish an account for deposit of moneys derived from draw games with a financial institution that has the capability of electronic funds transfer (EFT). Funds generated from the sale of draw game tickets shall be held in trust by the retailer for the lottery.

(2) Each lottery retailer shall make a deposit to that account at least once each week. The amount deposited shall be sufficient to cover moneys due the lottery for that weekly accounting period. The lottery will withdraw by EFT the amount due the lottery on the day specified by the director. In the event the day specified for withdrawal falls on a legal holiday, withdrawal will be accomplished on the following business day.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-070, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-30-070, filed 6/1/89
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-30-070, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-30-070, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-075 Lottery retailer contract.

Each lottery retailer shall enter into a contract with the lottery containing such terms and conditions as the director may require. Failure to enter into such a contract may result in denial of a lottery terminal, immediate discontinuance of a lottery terminal operation, or removal of a lottery terminal from the location.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-075, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-075, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-09-009 (Order 116), § 315-30-075, filed 4/10/89.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-30-080 Retailer selection criteria.

(1) The selection and distribution of draw game retailers throughout the state will be based on:

(a) The number of licensed retailers in each of the regions identified in WAC 315-12-030, and then;

(b) The potential for revenue generation, demographics, and public accessibility within that region.

(2) Only a person who possesses a valid provisional or general license may be authorized by the director to sell draw game tickets.

(3) In addition, the director may consider the following factors in the selection of lottery retailers authorized to sell draw games.

(a) Business and security considerations that include, but are not limited to:

(i) Instant game accounts receivable record;

(ii) Criminal history of owners and officers;

(iii) History of criminal activity at the business establishment;

(iv) Past security problems;

(v) Credit rating as defined in WAC 315-04-095;

(vi) Licensing requirements; and

(vii) History of administrative or regulatory actions.

(b) Marketing considerations that include, but are not limited to:

(i) Instant ticket sales history;

(ii) Outside vehicle traffic;

(iii) Retail customer count;

(iv) Access to location; and

(v) Management attitude and willingness to promote lottery products.

(4) The director shall determine the total number of lottery terminals to be installed throughout the state and shall establish procedures for draw game site selection. In determining the order in which terminals will be installed within a given geographic area, a site selection survey will be completed in which the factors considered will include, but not be limited to:

(a) General information;

(b) Description of proposed site;

(d) Products sold;

(e) Services available;

(f) Store's hours;

(g) Estimated draw game sales;

(h) Instant sales per week;

(i) Nearest four draw game lottery retailer sales per week;

(j) District sales representative's assessment; and

(k) Regional sales manager's assessment.

(5) The director may, after a lottery terminal has been in operation for six months, order the removal of a lottery terminal from a low producing retailer location after considering marketing factors that include, but are not limited to:

(a) Sales volume not increasing at statewide average;

(b) Weekly sales volume below that of similar businesses with similar market potential;

(d) Public is adequately served by other draw game retailer locations; and

(e) Failure to generate sufficient sales volume to cover the lottery's administrative costs.

(6) The director may immediately discontinue a lottery retailer operation, order removal of a lottery terminal from a draw game lottery retailer location, or take any other action authorized under WAC 315-04-200 in the event that the lottery retailer authorized to sell draw game tickets:

(a) Fails to comply with chapter 67.70 RCW, any rule established by the commission, the contract signed by the retailer, or any instruction issued by the director;

(b) Tampers with or attempts to tamper with the lottery terminal;

(d) Makes payment with a business check and the check is dishonored for any reason; or

(e) Fails to enter into or abide by the contract with the lottery as required in WAC 315-30-075.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-30-080, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 and 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 07-11-037, § 315-30-080, filed 5/8/07, effective 6/8/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 98-20-013, § 315-30-080, filed 9/25/98, effective 10/26/98
WSR 89-09-009 (Order 116), § 315-30-080, filed 4/10/89
WSR 85-22-057 (Order 81), § 315-30-080, filed 11/5/85
WSR 85-09-004 (Order 72), § 315-30-080, filed 4/5/85
WSR 84-21-013 (Order 66), § 315-30-080, filed 10/5/84
WSR 84-05-008 (Order 51), § 315-30-080, filed 2/7/84.

Chapter 315-31 Pick 3 rules.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-31-020 Price of Pick 3 online ticket.

The base price of a Pick 3 draw ticket shall be $.50 or $1.00.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-31-020, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-017, § 315-31-020, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-31-020, filed 6/1/89
WSR 84-19-045 (Order 64), § 315-31-020, filed 9/17/84
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-31-020, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-31-030 Types of play for Pick 3.

(1) The following play options may be selected by the player for Pick 3:

(a) Straight. A play in which winning is achieved only when the three digits selected by the player match in exact order the winning digits drawn for the day selected. For example, if the winning digits are "123," only straight plays of "123" in that exact order will be winners.

(b) Box. A play in which winning is achieved only when the three digits selected by the player contains three unique digits and those three digits are contained in any combination of the winning digits drawn for the day selected. For example, if the winning digits are "123," only box plays of "123," "132," "213," "231," "312," and "321" will be winners.

(c) Three-way box. A play in which winning is achieved only when the three digits selected by the player contains two identical digits and one unique digit and those three digits are contained in the winning digits drawn for the day selected. For example, if the winning digits are "122," only box plays of "122," "212," and "221" will be winners.

(d) Front-pair. A play in which winning is achieved only when the player selects two digits and those two digits match in exact order the first two winning digits drawn for the day selected. For example, if the player selects a front-pair play of "12*," the player will win only if the winning digits are "120," "121," "122," "123," "124," "125," "126," "127," "128," or "129."

(e) Back-pair. A play in which winning is achieved only when the player selects two digits and those two digits match in exact order the last two winning digits drawn for the day selected. For example, if the player selects a back-pair play of "*12," the player will win only if the winning digits are "012," "112," "212," "312," "412," "512," "612," "712," "812," or "912."

(f) Straight/box. A play in which the player selects three digits with three unique digits and plays $.50 on a straight play and $.50 on a box play for a particular day. For example, if the player selects a "123" straight/box play:

(i) The player will win both the straight and box players if the winning digits are "123" for the day selected.

(ii) The player will win the box play only if the winning digits are "132," "213," "231," "312," or "321" for the day selected.

(g) Three-way straight/box. A play in which the player selects three digits with two identical digits and one unique digit and plays $.50 on a straight play and $.50 on a box play for a particular day. For example, if the player selects a "122" three-way straight/box play:

(i) The player will win both the straight and box plays if the winning digits are "122" for the day selected.

(ii) The player will win the box play only if the winning digits are "212" or "221" for the day selected.

(h) Superbox. A play in which winning is achieved only when the three digits selected by the player contain three unique digits and those three digits are contained in the winning digits drawn for the day selected. This play is the equivalent of six straight plays on a single online ticket. The cost of this type of play is 6 times the base price. For example, if the player selects a "123" superbox play, the player will win one straight play if the winning digits are "123," "132," "213," "231," "312," or "321."

(i) 3-way superbox. A play in which winning is achieved only when the three digits selected by the player contain two identical digits and one unique digit and those three digits are contained in the winning digits drawn for the day selected. This play is the equivalent of three straight plays on a single online ticket. The cost of this type of play is three times the base price. For example, if the player selects a "122" 3-way superbox play, the player will win one straight play if the winning digits are "122," "212," or "221."

(2) Method of play: The player may use play slips to make number selections. The terminal will read the play slip and issue ticket(s) with corresponding plays. If a play slip is not available, the online retailer may enter the selected numbers via the keyboard. A player may leave all play selections to a random number generator operated by the computer, commonly referred to as "quick play."

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-31-030, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-017, § 315-31-030, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-31-030, filed 6/1/89
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-31-030, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-31-040 Prizes for Pick 3.

(1) The prize amounts for winning $.50 plays are:

(a)	Straight	$	250.00
(b)	Box	$	40.00
(c)	Three-way box	$	80.00
(d)	Front-pair or back-pair	$	25.00

(2) The prize amounts for winning $1.00 plays are:

(a)	Straight	$	500.00
(b)	Straight/box	$	80.00
(c)	Three-way box	$	160.00
(d)	Front-pair or back-pair	$	50.00
(e)	Straight/box Straight play win Box play only win	$ $	290.00 40.00
(f)	Three-way straight/box Straight play win Box play only win	$ $	330.00 80.00

(3) The prize amounts for winning superbox plays are:

(a)	Base price $.50, cost $3.00	$	250.00
(b)	Base price $1.00, cost $6.00	$	500.00

(4) The prize amounts for winning 3-way superbox plays are:

(a)	Base price $.50, cost $1.50	$	250.00
(b)	Base price $1.00, cost $3.00	$	500.00

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-31-040, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-017, § 315-31-040, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-31-040, filed 6/1/89
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-31-040, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-31-050 Ticket purchases.

(1) Pick 3 tickets may be purchased or redeemed no less than 17 hours each day in accordance with a schedule to be determined by the director, provided lottery retailers shall only sell and redeem tickets during their normal business hours.

(2) Pick 3 tickets may be purchased only from a lottery retailer authorized by the director to sell draw tickets or directly from the lottery. Internet sales and lottery courier services are not authorized in Washington state.

(3) Each Pick 3 ticket shall contain the player's selection of digits, amount, type of play, and drawing date.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-31-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-017, § 315-31-050, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-31-050, filed 6/1/89
WSR 86-01-060 (Order 83), § 315-31-050, filed 12/16/85
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-31-050, filed 12/8/83.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-31-060 Drawings.

(1) Drawings for Pick 3 shall be held on a daily basis, Monday through Sunday, except that the director may exclude certain holidays from the drawing schedule.

(2) The drawing shall determine, at random, three winning digits or symbols with the aid of mechanical drawing equipment which shall be tested before and after each drawing. Any drawn digits are not declared winning digits until the drawing is certified by the lottery. The winning digits shall be used in determining all Pick 3 winners for the day of the drawing. If a drawing is not certified, another drawing will be conducted to determine actual winners.

(3) The winning digits shall not be invalidated based on the liability of the lottery.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-017, § 315-31-060, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-16-004, § 315-31-060, filed 7/23/92, effective 11/5/92
WSR 89-12-042 (Order 116), § 315-31-060, filed 6/1/89
WSR 84-01-005 (Order 44), § 315-31-060, filed 12/8/83.

Chapter 315-34 Lotto 6 of 49 rules.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-34-010 Definitions for Lotto.

(1) Number: Any play integer from 1 through 49 inclusive.

(2) Game grids: A field of 49 numbers found on the play slip.

(3) Play: One selection of six numbers.

(4) Set: Two plays.

(5) Play slip: A mark-sensitive game card used by players of Lotto to select plays.

(6) Lotto ticket: A computer-generated receipt evidencing payment for two or more plays in the Lotto game. Tickets shall be issued by a licensed lottery retailer or directly from the lottery and shall list the set of six-number plays that belong to the ticket holder.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-34-010, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-12-005, § 315-34-010, filed 5/18/05, effective 6/18/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 96-15-054, § 315-34-010, filed 7/15/96, effective 8/15/96
WSR 92-11-033, § 315-34-010, filed 5/15/92, effective 6/15/92
WSR 90-19-048, § 315-34-010, filed 9/14/90, effective 10/15/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-34-020 Price of Lotto play.

The price of each Lotto play shall be $.50 and shall be sold only in sets for $1.00.

History

Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-12-005, § 315-34-020, filed 5/18/05, effective 6/18/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 96-15-054, § 315-34-020, filed 7/15/96, effective 8/15/96
WSR 92-11-033, § 315-34-020, filed 5/15/92, effective 6/15/92
WSR 90-19-048, § 315-34-020, filed 9/14/90, effective 10/15/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-34-030 Play for Lotto.

(1) Type of play: A Lotto player must select six numbers in each play. A winning play is achieved only when 3, 4, 5, or 6 of the numbers selected by the player match, in any order, the six winning numbers drawn by the lottery.

(2) Method of play: The player will use play slips to make number selections. The lottery terminal will read the play slip and issue ticket(s) with corresponding plays. If a play slip is not available, the lottery retailer may enter the selected numbers via the keyboard. A player may choose to have the number selections made by the lottery terminal, a random number generator operated by the computer, commonly referred to as "quick pick."

History

Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-12-005, § 315-34-030, filed 5/18/05, effective 6/18/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 90-19-048, § 315-34-030, filed 9/14/90, effective 10/15/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-34-040 Prizes for Lotto.

(1) The prize amounts to be paid to each Lotto player who selects a winning combination of numbers in the first, second, third, and fourth prize categories are as follows:

winning combinations	prize categories	prize amounts	odds of winning (one play)
All six winning numbers in one play	First Prize	Jackpot	1:13,983,816
Any five but not six winning numbers in one play	Second Prize	$1,000	1:54,201
Any four but not five or six winning numbers in one play	Third Prize	$30	1:1,033
Any three but not four, five or six winning numbers in one play	Fourth Prize	$3	1:57

(2) Prize amounts.

(a) First prize (jackpot). All first prizes will be the amount announced by the director as the Lotto jackpot. The jackpot will be divided equally among all players who selected all six winning numbers in one play (in any sequence).

(b) Second prize. The second prize will be $1,000, which will be paid to each player who selected five of the six winning numbers in one play (in any sequence).

(c) Third prize. The third prize will be $30, which will be paid to each player who selected four of the six winning numbers in one play (in any sequence).

(d) Fourth prize. A $3.00 prize is to be paid to each player who selected three of the six winning numbers in one play (in any sequence).

(e) The holder of a winning ticket may win only one prize per play in connection with the winning numbers drawn and shall be entitled only to the highest prize category won by those numbers.

(f) In the event any player who has selected three, four, five, or six of the six winning numbers does not claim the prize won within one hundred eighty days after the drawing in which the prize was won, that player's prize shall be retained in the state lottery account for further use as prizes, pursuant to RCW 67.70.190.

History

Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-12-005, § 315-34-040, filed 5/18/05, effective 6/18/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 03-23-097, § 315-34-040, filed 11/17/03, effective 11/17/03
WSR 01-17-022, § 315-34-040, filed 8/6/01, effective 9/6/01
WSR 97-24-076, § 315-34-040, filed 12/2/97, effective 1/2/98
WSR 96-15-054, § 315-34-040, filed 7/15/96, effective 8/15/96
WSR 94-07-029, § 315-34-040, filed 3/8/94, effective 4/8/94
WSR 93-03-008, § 315-34-040, filed 1/8/93, effective 2/8/93
WSR 92-11-033, § 315-34-040, filed 5/15/92, effective 6/15/92
WSR 92-07-014, § 315-34-040, filed 3/6/92, effective 4/6/92
WSR 90-19-048, § 315-34-040, filed 9/14/90, effective 10/15/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-34-050 Ticket purchases.

(1) Lotto tickets may be purchased daily in accordance with a schedule to be determined by the director. Licensed lottery retailers shall sell and redeem tickets only during their normal business hours. Lotto tickets may be purchased only from a licensed lottery retailer or directly from the lottery. Internet sales and lottery courier services are not authorized in Washington state.

(2) Lotto tickets shall, on the front of the ticket, contain the player's selection of numbers, amount, game grids played, drawing date, ticket serial number and reference numbers. The back of the ticket shall contain overall odds of winning, player instructions, player information and signature area, governing statutes and rules, and the ticket stock number.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-34-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-12-005, § 315-34-050, filed 5/18/05, effective 6/18/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 01-17-022, § 315-34-050, filed 8/6/01, effective 9/6/01
WSR 97-24-076, § 315-34-050, filed 12/2/97, effective 1/2/98
WSR 90-19-048, § 315-34-050, filed 9/14/90, effective 10/15/90.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-34-057 Lotto prize claim and payment methods.

The following sets forth requirements for claims and payment of Lotto prizes:

(1) Claims for prize payment shall be made in accordance with chapters 315-30 and 315-06 WAC.

(2) Prize payments shall be made as follows:

(a) Cash option: When a player claims a jackpot prize or a share of a jackpot prize, the player may elect to be paid a one-time single cash payment of 50 percent of the player's share of the announced jackpot, provided:

(i) The player must elect this cash option within 60 days of the presentation of the winning ticket, by following the procedure required by the lottery;

(ii) If the federal tax code is interpreted by federal authorities to require that this cash option be exercised within 60 days of the drawing for the prize, then (a)(i) of this subsection will not apply and instead, the player must elect this cash option within 60 days of the date of the drawing for the prize;

(iii) The player's choice of payment method as designated by signing the appropriate lottery form is final and may not be changed by the player at a later date.

(b) Annuity: A player who chooses not to elect the cash option or who does not elect the cash option within the 60-day limit will be paid in 25 annual installment payments.

(3) After the player has made their choice of payment method, the lottery will validate the claim, including a debt check pursuant to WAC 315-06-125, and pay the prize as appropriate.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-34-057, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1)(3). WSR 18-17-086, § 315-34-057, filed 8/14/18, effective 9/14/18. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-12-005, § 315-34-057, filed 5/18/05, effective 6/18/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 01-17-022, § 315-34-057, filed 8/6/01, effective 9/6/01
WSR 99-19-103, § 315-34-057, filed 9/20/99, effective 10/21/99.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-34-060 Drawings.

(1) The Lotto drawing may be held each week on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Any increase in the number of drawing days shall require amendment of these rules.

(2) The drawing will be conducted by lottery officials.

(3) Each drawing shall randomly select six winning numbers between 1 and 49. The drawing method shall be tested before and after each drawing. Any drawn numbers are not declared winning numbers until the drawing is certified by the lottery. The winning numbers shall be used in determining all Lotto winners for that drawing. If a drawing is not certified, another drawing will be conducted to determine actual winners.

(4) The drawing shall not be invalidated based on the liability of the lottery.

History

Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-12-005, § 315-34-060, filed 5/18/05, effective 6/18/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 90-19-048, § 315-34-060, filed 9/14/90, effective 10/15/90.

Chapter 315-35 Daily Keno.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-35-010 Definitions for Daily Keno.

(1) Number: Any play integer from 1 through 80 inclusive.

(2) Game grid: A field of the 80 numbers found on the play slip.

(3) Play: A selection of one to ten numbers.

(4) Play slip: A mark-sense game card used by players of Daily Keno to purchase a play.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-19-057, § 315-35-010, filed 9/11/92, effective 11/8/92.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-35-020 Price of Daily Keno play.

The price of each Daily Keno play shall be $1.00. A player must use a play slip to purchase a Daily Keno play.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-19-057, § 315-35-020, filed 9/11/92, effective 11/8/92.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-35-030 Play for Daily Keno.

A Daily Keno player must use a play slip to purchase a Daily Keno play, selecting from one to ten numbers in each play. Players may choose their numbers by marking a play slip or may have the numbers selected by a random number generator operated by the computer, a method commonly referred to as "quick play." The lottery shall select twenty numbers from one to eighty. A winning play is achieved when the required quantity of the player's numbers match the numbers in the lottery's selection to receive a prize as stated in WAC 315-35-040.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-19-057, § 315-35-030, filed 9/11/92, effective 11/8/92.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-35-040 Prizes for Daily Keno.

(1) The prize amounts to be paid to each Daily Keno player who selects a winning combination of numbers shall be as follows:

MARK 10 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
10	8,911,711.1	$100,000
9	163,381.3	$5,000
8	7,384.4	$500
7	620.6	$50
6	87.1	$5
5	19.4	$2
4	6.7	$0
3	3.7	$0
2	3.3	$0
1	5.5	$0
0	21.8	$3
	9.0

MARK 9 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
9	1,380,687.6	$25,000
8	30,681.9	$2,500
7	1,690.1	$100
6	174.8	$10
5	30.6	$5
4	8.7	$1
3	4.0	$0
2	3.1	$0
1	4.5	$0
0	15.6	$0
	6.5

MARK 8 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
8	230,114.6	$10,000
7	6,232.2	$500
6	422.5	$50
5	54.6	$5
4	12.2	$2
3	4.6	$0
2	3.0	$0
1	3.7	$0
0	11.3	$0
	9.7

MARK 7 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
7	40,979.3	$2,500
6	1,365.9	$100
5	115.7	$10
4	19.1	$2
3	5.7	$1
2	3.0	$0
1	3.1	$0
0	8.2	$0
	4.2

MARK 6 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
6	7,752.8	$1,000
5	323.0	$40
4	35.0	$4
3	7.7	$1
2	3.2	$0
1	2.7	$0
0	6.0	$0
	6.1

MARK 5 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
5	1,550.5	$200
4	82.6	$17
3	11.9	$2
2	3.6	$0
1	2.4	$0
0	4.4	$0
	10.3

MARK 4 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
4	326.4	$24
3	23.1	$5
2	4.7	$1
1	2.3	$0
0	3.2	$0
	3.8

MARK 3 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
3	72.0	$16
2	7.2	$2
1	2.3	$0
0	2.4	$0
	6.5

MARK 2 SPOTS:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
2	16.6	$8
1	2.6	$0
0	1.7	$0
	16.6

MARK 1 SPOT:
NUMBER MATCHES	ODDS 1:	PRIZE
1	4.0	$2
0	1.3	$0
	4.0

(2) The holder of a winning ticket may win only one prize per play in connection with the winning numbers drawn and shall be entitled only to the highest prize won by those numbers.

(3) In the event any player who holds a winning ticket does not claim the prize won within 180 days of the drawing in which the prize was won, that player's prize shall be retained in the state lottery account for further use as prizes, pursuant to RCW 67.70.190.

(4) There shall be no more than $500,000 paid per game to holders of plays with 10 matching spots. If there are more than five plays that each have 10 matching spots, $500,000 shall be divided equally among the play holders thereof.

(5) Prize payment will be made in accordance with WAC 315-30-030(6) and chapter 315-06 WAC.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-35-040, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-19-057, § 315-35-040, filed 9/11/92, effective 11/8/92.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-35-050 Ticket purchases.

(1) Daily Keno tickets may be purchased or redeemed during no less than 17 hours each day in accordance with a schedule to be determined by the director, provided that licensed retailers shall sell and redeem tickets only during their normal business hours.

(2) Daily Keno tickets may be purchased only from a licensed lottery retailer or directly from the lottery. Internet sales and lottery courier services are not authorized in Washington state.

(3) Daily Keno tickets shall on the front of the ticket contain the player's selection of numbers, amount wagered, drawing date and validation and reference numbers. The back of the ticket shall contain an estimate of the probability of purchasing a winning ticket, player instructions, player information and signature area, and the ticket serial number.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-35-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-19-057, § 315-35-050, filed 9/11/92, effective 11/8/92.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-35-060 Drawings.

(1) The Daily Keno drawing shall be held once a day, seven days per week, except that the director may change the drawing schedule or cancel the drawing on a holiday.

(2) The drawing will be conducted by lottery officials.

(3) Each drawing shall determine, at random, twenty winning numbers. Any drawn numbers will not be declared winning numbers until the drawing is certified by the lottery. The winning numbers shall be used in determining all Daily Keno winners for that drawing. If a drawing is not certified, another drawing will be conducted to determine actual winners.

(4) The drawing shall not be invalidated based on the liability of the lottery.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 92-19-057, § 315-35-060, filed 9/11/92, effective 11/8/92.

Chapter 315-38 Mega millions.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-010 General description.

Mega Millions is a game conducted by the Washington state lottery, pursuant to chapter 67.70 RCW and Title 315 WAC and pursuant to the requirements of the multistate agreement, Mega Millions official game rules, Mega Millions finance and operation procedures, and Mega Millions online drawing procedures, all of which are incorporated by this rule pursuant to WAC 315-30-010. The Mega Millions game awards prizes to ticket holders matching specified combinations of numbers randomly selected in regularly scheduled drawings. Chapter 315-38 WAC applies only to Mega Millions tickets purchased and redeemed in Washington state. Players who purchase Mega Millions tickets in other party lottery states must comply with the rules of the party lottery state in which the ticket was purchased.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-010, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25
WSR 14-06-048, § 315-38-010, filed 2/26/14, effective 3/29/14. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-050, § 315-38-010, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-010, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-020 Definitions.

Words and terms set forth below, when used herein, shall have the following meaning unless otherwise indicated:

(1) Annual/annuitized/annuity option: The manner in which the Mega Millions jackpot prize may be paid in 30 consecutive graduated annual installments. Payments shall escalate by a factor of five percent annually, and annual payments shall be rounded to the nearest even $1,000 increment to facilitate the purchase of securities.

(2) Authorized claim center: Any Mega Millions agent or retailer, or party lottery office, in the state where the winning official Mega Millions ticket was purchased.

(3) Cash option: The manner in which the Mega Millions jackpot prize may be paid in a single payment.

(4) Claimant: Any person or entity submitting a claim form within the required time period to collect a prize for an official Mega Millions ticket. A claimant may be the purchaser, the person or entity named on a signed official Mega Millions ticket, the bearer of an unsigned official Mega Millions ticket, or any other person or entity who may seek entitlement to a Mega Millions prize payment in accordance with the Mega Millions rules and party lottery governing laws, policies, and rules. No claimant may assert rights different from the rights acquired by the original purchaser at the time of purchase.

(5) Director(s): The chief executives of the party lotteries or any other persons to whom the directors' authority is lawfully delegated.

(6) Multistate agreement: The amended and restated multistate agreement regarding the Mega Millions game, or any subsequent amended agreement, signed by the party lotteries and including the Mega Millions official game rules, finance and operations procedures for Mega Millions, and online drawing procedures for Mega Millions.

(7) Official Mega Millions ticket: A game ticket, produced on official paper with certain security controls by a Mega Millions agent or retailer in an authorized manner, bearing player or computer selected numbers, game name, drawing date, amount of wager, participation in any add-on game(s), and validation data.

(8) Party lottery or lotteries: One or more of the state lotteries that is a current signatory on the then-current multistate agreement.

(9) Parimutuel: Total amount of sales allocated to pay prize claimants, at the designated prize level, divided among the number of winning official Mega Millions plays.

(10) Prize fund: That portion of Mega Millions gross sales set aside for the payment of Mega Millions prizes. The prize fund for any drawing is expected to be 50 percent of Mega Millions sales, but may be higher or lower based upon the number of winners at each set prize level, as well as the funding required to contribute to the jackpot.

(11) Purchaser(s): Player(s) of Mega Millions who purchase tickets in accordance with Mega Millions rules and party lottery governing laws, policies, and rules.

(12) Quick-pick, auto-pick, or easy pick: The random selection of game play number indicia by the selling party lottery's gaming system for an official Mega Millions ticket transaction.

(13) Total prize liability: The liability of the participating states in any Mega Millions game prize, or any Mega Millions add-on game prize, will be in accordance with the finance and operations procedures for Mega Millions.

(14) Subscription/season ticket: An extended, multidraw purchase option, which may be offered in Washington state at the discretion of the director of the Washington state lottery, wherein the same set(s) of numbers may be played for a specified number of consecutive drawings (for example, 26, 52 or 104), effective on a future date. Subscription/season tickets are distinguished from multidraw tickets, which are effective for specified future drawings and are sold at the retailer level.

(15) Mega Millions agent, sales agent or retailer: A location in one of the states which are party lotteries and which is licensed or contracted and equipped by its respective state lottery to sell official Mega Millions tickets.

(16) Mega Millions panel, play board, or play area: That area of an official Mega Millions ticket identified by an alpha character and containing one field of five one-digit or two-digit player or computer selected numbers, and a second field of one one-digit or two-digit player or computer selected number, and one multiplier number that is computer selected.

(17) Mega Millions play/bet slip: A computer-readable form, printed and issued by each party lottery, used in purchasing an official Mega Millions ticket, with each play area consisting of two fields. One field contains 70 areas/spaces numbered one through 70; and one field contains 24 areas/spaces numbered one through 24.

(18) Mega Millions winning numbers - Five one or two digit numbers from one through 70, and one or two digit number from one to 24, randomly selected at each Mega Millions drawing, which shall be used to determine winning Mega Millions plays contained on official Mega Millions tickets.

(19) Add-on game: A game that may provide prize amounts in addition to the Mega Millions prizes, other than the Mega Millions jackpot prize.

(20) Exchange ticket: A ticket provided to a player when a multidraw ticket with outstanding draws is validated. An exchange ticket will be valid for the remaining draws purchased by the player, have a serial number distinct from the original ticket, and be labeled as an exchange ticket.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-020, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25
WSR 19-16-015, § 315-38-020, filed 7/25/19, effective 8/25/19. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-050, § 315-38-020, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-020, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-030 Ticket sales.

(1) The sale of official Mega Millions tickets may be conducted only by such locations as the directors shall contract with and/or license pursuant to the governing laws, policies, and rules of the party lotteries and the Mega Millions rules.

(2) Internet sales and lottery courier services are not authorized in Washington state.

(3) The director of the Washington state lottery shall have the discretion to take steps to improve the efficiency of ticket sales when the Mega Millions jackpot prize reaches what the director considers a high enough level to warrant action. Steps include, but are not limited to, allowing retailers to restrict ticket purchases to quick pick only.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-030, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-030, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-040 Ticket price.

Official Mega Millions tickets may be purchased for five dollars per play, or multiples thereof, at the discretion of the purchaser, in accordance with the number of game panels and inclusive drawings. The purchaser receives one play for every five dollars wagered in Mega Millions. The multiplier feature is included in the five dollar price and is not an add-on game.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-040, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25
WSR 19-16-015, § 315-38-040, filed 7/25/19, effective 8/25/19. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-040, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-050 Play characteristics and restrictions.

(1) Official Mega Millions tickets may only be sold to persons 18 years of age or older, provided such persons are not prohibited from playing Mega Millions in a party lottery state by the governing law, policies, or rules of that party lottery, or any contract executed by that party lottery.

(2) Official Mega Millions tickets may not be purchased in any other party lottery state by any party lottery board member or commissioner; or any officer or employee; or any spouse, child, brother, sister or parent residing as a member of the same household in the principal place of residence of any such person.

(3) Under no circumstances will a claim be paid without an official Mega Millions ticket matching all game play, serial number, and other validation data residing in the selling party lottery's online gaming system computer, and such ticket shall be the only valid proof of the wager placed and the only valid receipt for claiming or redeeming any prize.

(4) Official Mega Millions tickets cannot be canceled.

(5) Purchasers may submit a manually completed Mega Millions play slip to a Mega Millions agent or retailer to have issued an official Mega Millions ticket. Mega Millions play slips shall be available at no cost to the purchaser and shall have no pecuniary or prize value, and shall not constitute evidence of purchase or number selections. The use of mechanical, electronic, computer generated or any other nonmanual method of marking play slips is prohibited.

(6) Purchasers may orally convey their selections to a Mega Millions agent or retailer to have issued an official Mega Millions ticket. Such selections shall be manually entered into the computer terminal by the Mega Millions agent or retailer.

(7) If player operated sales terminals or self-service terminals are available, purchasers may use such terminals for the purchase of official Mega Millions tickets.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-050, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25
WSR 19-16-015, § 315-38-050, filed 7/25/19, effective 8/25/19. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-050, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-060 Purchaser responsibility.

It shall be the sole responsibility of the purchaser to verify the accuracy and condition of the data printed on the official Mega Millions ticket at the time of purchase.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-060, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-070 Time, place and manner of conducting drawing.

(1) Mega Millions drawings shall be conducted at the studios of WSB-TV, Atlanta, Georgia at 11:00 p.m. eastern time (8:00 p.m. Pacific time). Mega Millions drawings shall be conducted on both Tuesday and Friday at the designated time. However, the day, time or location of Mega Millions drawings may be modified as determined by the directors and publicly announced by the party lotteries, and/or as stated in the online drawing procedures for Mega Millions.

(2) The objective of Mega Millions drawings shall be to select at random, with the aid of drawing equipment, Mega Millions winning numbers, pursuant to the controls and methods defined by the party lotteries.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-070, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-080 Prize structure and odds.

(1) Winning number matches shall win prizes as set forth below, based on an estimated anticipated prize fund of 50 percent of gross sales and estimated percents of prize fund, as defined in WAC 315-38-020(10) and the Mega Millions multistate agreement:

Match Field 1	Match Field 2	Odds	Prize Level	Base Prize	% of Sales	% of Payout
5	1	290,472,336.0000	Grand	Jackpot	27.6305%	55.2610%
5	0	12,629,232.0000	Second	$1,000,000	4.7509%	9.5018%
4	1	893,7610.0338	Third	$10,000	0.6713%	1.3426%
4	0	38,859.1754	Fourth	$500	0.7720%	1.5440%
3	1	13,965.0162	Fifth	$200	0.8593%	1.7186%
3	0	607.1746	Sixth	$10	0.9882%	1.9764%
2	1	665.0008	Seventh	$10	0.9023%	1.8046%
1	1	85.8066	Eighth	$7	4.8947%	9.7894%
0	1	35.1666	Ninth	$5	8.5308%	17.0616%
TOTAL	23.0737			50.0000%	100.0000%

(2) The multiplier shall print directly on, or be applied to, official Mega Millions tickets for each play board. Each Mega Millions play board will have one multiplier. If any official Mega Millions ticket contains multiple play boards, each play board will have its own multiplier. Multipliers apply only to the play board that they were printed on or applied to. However, on official Mega Millions tickets with multiple play boards, the multipliers may repeat due to the frequency and limited multiplier levels. Exchange tickets, if any, shall print or apply the multiplier(s) from the ticket being exchanged. The multiplier shall apply to all prize levels except the jackpot. The multiplier frequency and odds are as follows:

Multiplier	Frequency	Odds
10X	1	32.0000
5X	2	16.0000
4X	4	8.0000
3X	10	3.2000
2X	15	2.1333
	32*	3.0000**

*	Total of frequencies
**	Average multiplier value

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-080, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25
WSR 19-16-015, § 315-38-080, filed 7/25/19, effective 8/25/19. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-050, § 315-38-080, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-080, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-090 Jackpot prize payments.

(1) Prior to each drawing, the directors shall determine the estimated annuitized jackpot prize amount to be advertised. The jackpot prize amount shall be estimated and established based upon sales and the annuity factor established for the drawing. The advertised jackpot prize amount shall be the basis for determining the amount to be awarded for each Mega Millions panel matching all five of the five Mega Millions winning numbers drawn for Field 1 and the one Mega Millions winning number drawn for Field 2.

(2) If, in any Mega Millions drawing, there are no Mega Millions panels that qualify for the jackpot prize category, the portion of the prize fund allocated to such jackpot prize category shall remain in the jackpot prize category and be added to the amount allocated for the jackpot prize category in the next consecutive Mega Millions drawing.

(3) If the annuitized jackpot prize divided by the number of Mega Millions panels matching all five of the five Mega Millions winning numbers for Field 1 and the one Mega Millions winning number for Field 2, is equal to or greater than $1,000,000, the jackpot prize(s) will be paid under the annuity option unless a cash option was selected by the winner(s), as follows:

(a) Cash option: When a player claims a jackpot prize or a share of a jackpot prize, the player may elect to be paid a one-time single cash option payment as defined by WAC 315-38-020(3), provided:

(i) The player must elect this cash option within 60 days of the presentation of his or her winning ticket, by following the procedure required by the lottery;

(iii) The player's choice of payment method as designated by signing the appropriate lottery form is final and may not be changed by the player at a later date;

(iv) Cash option jackpot prizes shall be paid in a single payment in accordance with the internal validation procedures and settlement procedures pursuant to the multistate agreement and the Washington state lottery. At the director's discretion, an initial payment of a portion of the cash option prize may be paid to the winner at the time the prize is claimed.

(b) Annuity: A player who chooses not to elect the cash option or who does not elect the cash option within the 60-day limit will be paid in 30 graduated annual installment payments. The initial payment shall be paid in accordance with the internal validation procedures and settlement procedures established by the multistate agreement and the Washington state lottery. The subsequent 29 payments shall be paid annually to coincide with the month of the federal auction date at which the bonds were purchased to fund the annuity. All such payments shall be made within seven days of the anniversary of the actual auction date. This date of payment of the subsequent payments is subject to the discretion of the director of the Washington state lottery, acting in the best interest of the lottery.

(4) After the player has made the choice of payment method, the lottery will validate the claim, including a debt check pursuant to WAC 315-06-125, and pay the prize as appropriate.

(5) In the event multiple Mega Millions panels match all five of the five Mega Millions winning numbers for Field 1 and the one Mega Millions winning number for Field 2, and the annuitized Mega Millions jackpot prize divided by the number of winning game panels is less than $1,000,000, each Mega Millions jackpot prize winner shall be paid an amount equal to the "cash equivalent grand/jackpot prize," as defined by the multistate agreement, divided equally by the number of jackpot prize winners. Each such jackpot prize winner will be paid in a single cash payment.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-090, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25
WSR 19-16-015, § 315-38-090, filed 7/25/19, effective 8/25/19
WSR 18-17-086, § 315-38-090, filed 8/14/18, effective 9/14/18. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-050, § 315-38-090, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-090, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-100 Second through ninth level prizes.

(1) Each Mega Millions second through ninth prize shall be paid in one payment.

(2) Should total prize liability, exclusive of jackpot prize rollover from previous drawings, exceed three hundred percent of draw sales or fifty percent of draw sales plus $50,000,000, whichever is less, (both hereinafter referred to as the "liability cap"), the second and third prizes shall be paid on a parimutuel rather than fixed prize basis, provided, however, that in no event shall the parimutuel prize be greater than the set prize. The amount to be used for the allocation of such parimutuel prizes shall be the liability cap less the amount paid for the jackpot prize and prize levels four through nine. The California state lottery's sales and prizes are excluded for purposes of the liability cap calculation.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 19-16-015, § 315-38-100, filed 7/25/19, effective 8/25/19. Statutory Authority: Chapter 67.70 RCW. WSR 05-11-050, § 315-38-100, filed 5/13/05, effective 6/13/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-100, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-110 Single prize.

In a single drawing, a claimant may win in only one prize category per single Mega Millions panel in connection with Mega Millions winning numbers and shall be entitled only to the highest prize.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-110, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-120 Parimutuel prize calculation.

For purpose of prize calculation with respect to any Mega Millions parimutuel prize, the calculation shall be rounded down so that prizes shall be paid in multiples of one dollar.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-120, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-130 Annuitized jackpot prize calculation.

The jackpot prize shall be set in accordance with the rules and procedures established by the multistate agreement.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-130, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-140 Promotional prizes.

The number of prize categories and the allocation of the prize fund among the prize categories may be changed at the discretion of the directors, for promotional purposes. Such change shall be announced by public notice.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-140, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-150 Ticket responsibility.

(1) A winning official Mega Millions ticket is a bearer instrument and is deemed to be owned by the person or entity named on the ticket or, in the case of a ticket not completed with name, the ticket is deemed to be owned by the claimant.

(2) The Washington state lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen official Mega Millions tickets, including tickets lost in the mail, unless otherwise provided in the laws and regulations governing the lottery.

(3) The purchaser of an official Mega Millions ticket has the sole responsibility for verifying the accuracy and condition of the data printed on the ticket at the time of purchase.

(4) The Washington state lottery shall not be responsible to the claimant for official Mega Millions tickets redeemed in error by a Mega Millions agent or retailer.

(5) Winners are determined by the numbers drawn and not the numbers reported. The party lotteries shall not be responsible for Mega Millions winning numbers reported in error.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-150, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-150, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-160 Ticket validation requirements.

In order to be deemed a valid, winning, official Mega Millions ticket, all of the following conditions must be met:

(1) The ticket must meet the requirements of WAC 315-30-050 and the requirements of the multistate agreement.

(2) In submitting an official Mega Millions ticket for validation, the claimant agrees to abide by applicable laws, all rules and regulations, instructions, conditions, and final decision of the director of the Washington state lottery, or other party lottery, which issued the ticket.

(3) To be a valid ticket, the ticket data must have been recorded on the central computer system prior to the drawing and the ticket data must match this computer record in every respect. In the event of a contradiction between information as printed on the ticket and as accepted by the party lottery computer, the wager accepted by the party lottery computer shall be the valid wager.

(4) There must not be any other breach of rules in relation to the ticket which, in the opinion of the director of the party lottery which issued the ticket, justifies disqualification.

(5) The ticket must be submitted to the party lottery which issued it, and only that party lottery which issued the ticket may pay the prize.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-160, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-170 Validations.

An official Mega Millions ticket submitted for validation that fails any of the preceding validation conditions shall be considered void, subject to the following determinations:

(1) In all cases of doubt, the determination of the director of the party lottery which sold the official Mega Millions ticket shall be final and binding; however, the director may, at the director's option, replace an invalid ticket with an official Mega Millions ticket of equivalent sales price;

(2) In the event a defective ticket is purchased or in the event the director determines to adjust an error, the sole and exclusive remedy shall be the replacement of such defective or erroneous ticket(s) with an official Mega Millions ticket of equivalent sales price;

(3) In the event an official Mega Millions ticket is not paid by the Washington state lottery and a dispute occurs as to whether the ticket is a winning ticket, the Washington state lottery may, at its option, replace the ticket as provided in WAC 315-06-120 (18).

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-170, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-170, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-180 Procedures for claiming and payment of prizes.

(1) Prizes shall be redeemed or claimed only in the state where the official Mega Millions ticket was purchased and only through Mega Millions agents or retailers or other authorized claim centers, effective upon determination of prize payouts.

(2) A Mega Millions prize claimed in Washington state must be claimed no later than 180 days after the Mega Millions drawing for which the ticket was purchased. Pursuant to WAC 315-02-230 a "claim" means the actual physical receipt of a ticket, and claim form, if necessary under these rules, by a location authorized to pay the prize sought. Placement of the ticket, and claim form, if necessary, in the United States mail or another mail service does not constitute receipt.

(3) Claimants of a winning official Mega Millions ticket must comply with the prize claim requirements of the party lottery which issued the winning ticket.

(4) In the event that a single official Mega Millions ticket contains two or more winning game panels, the cumulative prize amount shall be claimed or redeemed in accordance with the specified prize payment limits for the party lottery that issued the winning ticket.

(5) Federal withholding taxes, and any other applicable taxes, shall be withheld from Mega Millions prizes in such amounts as may be required by law.

(6) Mega Millions prizes shall not be paid to any persons prohibited from playing Mega Millions in a particular party lottery state by Mega Millions rules or by the governing law or rules of that party lottery or any contract executed by that party lottery.

(7) Mega Millions prizes shall not be paid to any person who purchased or acquired the winning ticket through an unauthorized source including, but not limited to, internet sales or lottery courier services.

(8) The name and city or other location of the winner of a jackpot prize, or second prize, will be disclosed in a news conference or in a news release and the winner may be requested to participate in a news conference.

(9) If the winner claims a Mega Millions jackpot or second prize as a legal entity pursuant to WAC 315-06-120, the entity shall provide the name of a natural person who is a principal of the legal entity. This natural person shall be available for appearance at any news conference regarding the prize and shall be featured in any lottery's news releases.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-180, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-180, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-190 Unclaimed prize money.

For winning official Mega Millions tickets for which no claim or redemption is made within the specified claim period for each respective party lottery, the corresponding prize moneys shall be returned to the other party lotteries in accordance with procedures for the reconciliation of prize liability pursuant to the multistate agreement and as may be agreed from time to time by the directors of the party lotteries.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-190, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-38-200 Governing law.

(1) In purchasing a ticket issued for Mega Millions, the purchaser agrees to comply with and be bound by all applicable statutes, administrative rules and regulations, and procedures of the individual state in which the ticket is issued, and by directives, instructions, conditions, policies, and determinations of the director of that state's lottery. The purchaser agrees, as the sole and exclusive remedy, that claims arising out of this ticket can be pursued only against the state of ticket purchase. Litigation, if any, shall only be maintained against the party lottery of the state of ticket purchase and within the state of ticket purchase.

(2) In the event of conflict between the multistate agreement and the statutes, rules, or regulations of any party lottery, the party lottery's statutes, rules, and regulations shall control.

(3) All decisions made by a director of a party lottery, including the declaration of prizes and the payment thereof and the interpretation of Mega Millions rules, shall be final and binding on all purchasers and on every person making a claim in respect thereof in the state where the official Mega Millions ticket was issued.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1) and (3). WSR 25-03-131, s 315-38-200, filed 1/21/25, effective 4/5/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040. WSR 02-15-122, § 315-38-200, filed 7/19/02, effective 8/19/02.

Chapter 315-39 Hit 5 game rules.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-39-010 Definitions for Hit 5 Game.

(1) Number: Any play integer from 1 through 42 inclusive.

(2) Game grids: A field of 42 numbers found on the play slip.

(3) Play: One selection of five numbers.

(4) Play slip: A mark-sensitive game card used by players of Hit 5 Game to select plays.

(5) Hit 5 Game ticket: A computer-generated receipt evidencing payment for one or more plays in the Hit 5 Game. Tickets shall be issued by a licensed lottery retailer and shall list the set of five-number plays that belong to the ticket holder.

(6) Cashpot: The game's top prize.

(7) Lottery drawing official: Lottery personnel designated by the director to conduct drawings.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-016, § 315-39-010, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-03-113, § 315-39-010, filed 1/22/07, effective 2/22/07.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-39-020 Price of Hit 5 Game play.

The price of each Hit 5 Game play shall be $1.00. Each Hit 5 Game ticket shall contain at least one Hit 5 Game play.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-03-113, § 315-39-020, filed 1/22/07, effective 2/22/07.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-39-030 Play for Hit 5 Game.

(1) Type of play: A Hit 5 Game player must select five numbers in each play. A winning play is achieved only when 2, 3, 4, or 5 of the numbers selected by the player match, in any order, the five winning numbers drawn by the lottery.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-03-113, § 315-39-030, filed 1/22/07, effective 2/22/07.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-39-040 Prizes for Hit 5 Game.

(1) The prize amount to be paid to each Hit 5 Game player who holds a winning combination of numbers in the first prize category shall vary due to the parimutuel calculation of prizes. The prize amount to be paid to each Hit 5 Game player who holds a winning combination of numbers in the second prize category shall be $150.00. The prize amount to be paid to each Hit 5 Game player who holds a winning combination of numbers in the third prize category shall be $15.00. The prize amount to be given to each Hit 5 Game player who holds a winning combination of numbers in the fourth prize category shall be a free play.

WINNING COMBINATIONS	PRIZE CATEGORIES	ODDS OF WINNING (ONE PLAY)
All five winning numbers in one play	First Prize: Cashpot	1:850,668.00
Any four but not five winning numbers in one play	Second Prize: $150.00	1:4,598.21
Any three but not four or five winning numbers in one play	Third Prize: $15.00	1:127.73
Any two, but not three, four or five winning numbers in one play	Fourth Prize: free play	1:10.95

(2) Prize amounts.

(a) First prize (cashpot). All first prizes will be the amount announced by the director as the Hit 5 Game cashpot. The cashpot will be divided equally among all players who selected all five winning numbers in one play (in any sequence).

(b) Second prize. A $150.00 prize is to be paid to each player who holds four of the five winning numbers in one play in any sequence.

(c) Third prize. A $15.00 prize is to be paid to each player who holds three of the five winning numbers in one play in any sequence.

(d) Fourth prize. A free play prize is to be given to each player who holds two of the five winning numbers in one play in any sequence.

(e) The holder of a winning ticket may win only one prize per play.

(f) In the event any player who holds two, three, four or five of the five winning numbers does not claim the prize won within 180 days after the drawing in which the prize was won, that player's prize shall be retained in the state lottery account for use, pursuant to RCW 67.70.190.

(3) Prize payments will be made in accordance with WAC 315-30-030(6) and chapter 315-06 WAC. Each prize shall be paid in a single payment. Federal income tax shall be withheld from prize payments as required by law.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-39-040, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-016, § 315-39-040, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-03-113, § 315-39-040, filed 1/22/07, effective 2/22/07.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-39-050 Ticket purchases.

(1) Hit 5 Game tickets may be purchased daily in accordance with a schedule to be determined by the director. Licensed lottery retailers shall sell and redeem tickets only during their normal business hours. Hit 5 Game tickets may be purchased only from a licensed lottery retailer or directly from the lottery. Internet sales and lottery courier services are not authorized in Washington state.

(2) Hit 5 Game tickets shall, on the front of the ticket, contain the selection of numbers, amount, drawing date, ticket serial number and reference numbers. The back of the ticket shall contain overall odds of winning, player instructions, player information, signature area, governing statutes and rules, and the ticket stock number. The front of the ticket may include the overall odds of winning.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-39-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-03-113, § 315-39-050, filed 1/22/07, effective 2/22/07.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-39-060 Drawings.

(1) The Hit 5 Game drawings shall be held pursuant to WAC 315-30-040.

(2) The drawing will be conducted by lottery drawing officials.

(3) Each drawing shall randomly select five winning numbers. The drawing method shall be tested before and after each drawing. Any drawn numbers are not declared winners until the drawing is certified by the lottery. The winning numbers shall be used in determining all Hit 5 Game winners for that drawing. If a drawing is not certified, another drawing will be conducted to determine actual winners.

(4) The drawing shall not be invalidated based on the liability of the lottery.

(5) The Hit 5 game drawings shall be held on a daily basis, Monday through Sunday, except that the director may exclude certain holidays from the drawing schedule.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3). WSR 20-11-016, § 315-39-060, filed 5/12/20, effective 6/12/20. Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040 (1), (3) and 67.70.040. WSR 07-03-113, § 315-39-060, filed 1/22/07, effective 2/22/07.

Chapter 315-42 Cash pop game rules.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-42-010 Definitions for Cash Pop.

(1) "Cash Pop ticket" means a computer-generated receipt from a licensed lottery retailer evidencing payment for one or more Cash Pop plays.

(2) "Game grids" means a field of 15 numbers found on the play slip.

(3) "Lottery drawing official" means lottery personnel designated by the director to conduct drawings.

(4) "Number" means any play integer from one through 15 inclusive.

(5) "Play" means one selection of one number.

(6) "Play slip" means a mark-sensitive game card used by Cash Pop players to select a play(s).

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 23-11-116, § 315-42-010, filed 5/22/23, effective 10/1/23.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-42-020 Play for Cash Pop.

(1) A Cash Pop player shall select one number in each play.

(2)(a) A player may use a play slip to make number selection(s). The lottery terminal will read the play slip and issue ticket(s) with corresponding play(s). If a play slip is not available, the lottery retailer may enter the selected number via the keyboard; or

(b) A player may choose to have the number selections made by the lottery terminal using a random number generator, commonly referred to as a "quick pick."

(3) A player wins the prize printed on the Cash Pop ticket by matching the number on the ticket to the lottery's certified winning number for the drawing date.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 23-11-116, § 315-42-020, filed 5/22/23, effective 10/1/23.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-42-030 Price of Cash Pop play.

The price of each Cash Pop play is $5. Each Cash Pop ticket must contain at least one Cash Pop play.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 23-11-116, § 315-42-030, filed 5/22/23, effective 10/1/23.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-42-040 Cash Pop ticket purchases.

(1) Cash Pop tickets may be purchased daily in accordance with a schedule to be determined by the director. Cash Pop tickets may be purchased only from a licensed lottery retailer or directly from the lottery. Internet sales and lottery courier services are not authorized in Washington state. Licensed lottery retailers shall sell and redeem tickets only during their normal business hours.

(2) Cash Pop tickets shall contain the selected number(s), wager amount, drawing date, ticket serial number and reference numbers, overall odds of winning any Cash Pop prize, player instructions, player information, signature area, governing statutes and rules, and the ticket stock number.

(3) Cash Pop tickets cannot be canceled.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-42-040, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26
WSR 23-11-116, § 315-42-040, filed 5/22/23, effective 10/1/23.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-42-050 Drawings.

(1) Cash Pop drawings shall be held pursuant to WAC 315-30-040 and chapter 315-06 WAC.

(2) The drawings will be conducted by lottery drawing officials.

(3) Each drawing will randomly select one winning number. The drawing method will be tested before and after each drawing. A drawn number is not a declared winner until the drawing is certified by the lottery. The certified winning number shall be used in determining all Cash Pop winners for that drawing. If a drawing is not certified, another drawing will be conducted to determine the winning number.

(4) The drawing shall not be invalidated based on the liability of the lottery.

(5) The Cash Pop drawings shall be held on a daily basis, Sunday through Saturday, except that the director may exclude certain holidays from the drawing schedule.

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 26-01-111, s 315-42-050, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26
WSR 23-11-116, § 315-42-050, filed 5/22/23, effective 10/1/23.

Wash. Admin. Code § 315-42-060 Prizes for Cash Pop.

(1) Prizes range from $25 to $500 per $5 wagered.

(2) A randomly selected prize will appear beneath the Cash Pop play number printed on each ticket that will be won if that number is drawn by the lottery. The same number may win a different prize on a different ticket.

(3) The prize amounts to be paid to each Cash Pop player who selects a winning number are as follows:

Prize	Odds of prize appearing under each number
$500	1 in 7,500	1 in 500.00
$250	1 in 4,500	1 in 300.00
$200	1 in 2,625	1 in 175.00
$125	1 in 675	1 in 45.00
$100	1 in 150	1 in 10.00
$70	1 in 120	1 in 8.00
$50	1 in 90.0	1 in 6.00
$35	1 in 75.0	1 in 5.00
$25	1 in 40.0	1 in 2.67

History

Statutory Authority: RCW 67.70.040(1). WSR 23-11-116, § 315-42-060, filed 5/22/23, effective 10/1/23.