is it possible to claim a jackpot without even the lottery knowing your identity?

Reply #7

Artist77 — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:46:46 GMT

True but the litigation risk from not engaging in any sort of verification process is alarmingly high. Gives me a headache just thinking about it and I am not even lottery legal staff.

I would be surprised if any lottery claimed not to do winner verifications ---on the record vs off the record.

Reply #6

Think — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:46:33 GMT

Well gee Chum Lee I say ask Ed Tipton cause that is exactly what he tried to do

Reply #5

grwurston — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:59:05 GMT

I suppose the best way to find out is to win a major prize and see what happens. LOL

Or you can contact your local lottery office and ask them. Each state may have different rules.

Reply #4

grwurston — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:54:22 GMT

That was google I just clarified it.

Reply #3

Artist77 — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:53:33 GMT

Chat gpt is often wrong. Not all states allow a LLC and a blind trust is dangerous and has nothing to with the ID of the winner.

Google is using AI now. And there is a distinction between verification vs anonymity to the public.

Reply #2

grwurston — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:48:27 GMT

google: can you have a lawyer claim your lottery winnings for you

AI Overview

Yes, a lawyer can claim lottery winnings on your behalf, but exactly how they do it depends on your state's laws regarding lottery anonymity . In many states, your attorney will establish a legal entity (like a blind trust or an LLC) to claim the prize while keeping your personal identity private. [ 1 ]

How this process generally works:

The Claiming Process: Instead of you walking into the lottery head... [ More ]

Reply #1

Artist77 — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:55:36 GMT

I believe the lottery offices still have to verify who purchased the ticket and for tax purposes. It seems like it would be against public safety to do so otherwise. A random person could steal a ticket from a friend or family member and claim it is their ticket. All lotteries have verification protocols.

is it possible to claim a jackpot without even the lottery knowing your identity?

Brock Lee — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:16:10 GMT

on another thread a poster said something that sounded like he believes he can send a lawyer to claim a jackpot for him without even the lottery finding out who he is. this poster seems to live in a state that allows winners to remain anonymous from the public, but i don't think a jackpot winner can hide their identity from the the lottery.

i could be wrong though. what do you think