Can an organization change its location or dates of bingo sessions after a license has been issued?
Generally yes, any amendments to the location or date of a bingo session must first be submitted to the Attorney General’s Office for its approval. For a request to be granted, the organization must provide sufficient evidence that “circumstances beyond its control” have made it impossible to conduct a bingo session on the date or at the location listed in its original bingo application. If permitted, an organization may only amend its application once in any given calendar year. Back to top • Are there restrictions for volunteers? Yes, volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and any person who has been convicted of a felony or gambling offense cannot be a bingo game operator. Back to top • Can the organization serve alcohol at the bingo premises? No, organizations are expressly prohibited from serving alcohol at premises where a bingo session is being conducted. Back to top • Can the organization pay a consultant to assist in performing any services related to the bingo game? No,
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