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  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?
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  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.

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  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 headquarters with the winning ticket, your lawyer can present the ticket on behalf of the trust or LLC. This provides a layer of separation between your name and the windfall, which helps shield you from unwanted media attention, lawsuits, and scams. [1]
  • State Regulations: Rules vary heavily by location. While some states allow trusts or LLCs to claim prizes to maintain your anonymity, others require the physical winner—often a "natural person"—to be publicly named. [1, 2]
  • Official Rules: You will need to adhere to specific identity verification rules (such as presenting a photo ID and Social Security card).

  Check your own state for identification requirements. Go to your state's lottery website and look for, How To Claim A Prize.

  

  Before you play there are 2 choices to make. Low sum or high sum and consecutive pair or no consecutive pair. Choose correctly and you go from 120 combos down to 30. Not a bad starting point.
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  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.

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  That was google I just clarified it.

  

  Before you play there are 2 choices to make. Low sum or high sum and consecutive pair or no consecutive pair. Choose correctly and you go from 120 combos down to 30. Not a bad starting point.
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  In response to Artist77

  Quote: Originally posted by Artist77 on Jul 13, 2026

  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.

   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.

  

  Before you play there are 2 choices to make. Low sum or high sum and consecutive pair or no consecutive pair. Choose correctly and you go from 120 combos down to 30. Not a bad starting point.
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  Quote: Originally posted by Brock Lee on Jul 13, 2026

  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?

  Well gee Chum Lee I say ask Ed Tipton cause that is exactly what he tried to do!
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  Quote: Originally posted by grwurston on Jul 13, 2026

   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.

  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.

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