Raffles & California Law
According to the Raffle FAQ's website, laws regarding games of chance such as raffles are governed by state governments. The general Constitution of California prohibits lotteries such as raffles from taking place within the state.
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Law
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The Office of the Attorney General of California reports that certain nonprofit and charitable organizations are allowed to operate raffles for fundraising events. Passed in 2000, Bill 639 of the California Senate makes provisions under California law for charitable raffles.
Funds
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Charitable raffles held within the state of California are required to benefit organizations within the state. The Office of the Attorney General reports 90 percent or more of the proceeds raised from the raffle must benefit recipients within the state of California.
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Registration
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Californian law requires charitable and nonprofit organizations to register with the Office of the Attorney General prior to the raffle being held. Following each raffle, the organization responsible for the event must file financial disclosure reports showing where and how the raised funds were used.
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