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CASH Only — Wed, 13 Oct 2004 21:00:33 GMT

It's a misdemeanor to conduct a lottery in Minnesota -why then do they have Hot Lotto

Promotional Game Ruled Illegal

Lottery Post — Wed, 13 Oct 2004 12:52:39 GMT

The Minnesota Court of Appeals on Tuesday ruled that a promotional game that offers up to a $250 cash prize is a form of lottery that is illegal in the state.The Appeals Court upheld a lower court ruling that determined the game, sponsored by Minnesota Souvenir Milkcaps, is really a lottery because customers pay for the chance to win a cash prize -- not for any tangible good.It's a misdemeanor to conduct a lottery in Minnesota.Attorney General Mike Hatch sued Minnesota Souvenir Milkcaps, and a R... [ More ]