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2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter II - Sports Wagering › § 36–621.15. Taxation of Sports Wagering

§ 36–621.15. Taxation of Sports Wagering.
(a) On or before the 20th day of each month, an operator shall:
(1) File a return, on forms and in the manner prescribed by the CFO, with the CFO indicating the amount of its gross sports wagering revenue, including revenues remitted by registered sports governing bodies, for the preceding calendar month; and
(2) Pay to the District of Columbia Treasurer 10% of the gross sports wagering revenue from the preceding calendar month.
(b) All funds owed to the District under this chapter and subchapter II of Chapter 17 of Title 22 shall be held in trust within the boundaries of the District for the District by an operator until the funds are paid to the District of Columbia Treasurer. An operator shall establish a separate bank account into which gross sports wagering revenue shall be deposited and maintained until such time as the funds are paid to the District of Columbia Treasurer.
(c) Repealed.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 315; as added May 3, 2019, D.C. Law 22-312, § 2(e), 66 DCR 1402; Sept. 11, 2019, D.C. Law 23-16, § 7052(c)(1), 66 DCR 8621; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582; Sept. 6, 2023, D.C. Law 25-50, § 7022(a)(2), 70 DCR 10366.)
Applicability
Applicability of D.C. Law 22-312: § 7177 of D.C. Law 23-16 amended § 5(a) of D.C. Law 22-312 to repeal the delayed applicability affecting this section. Therefore the creation of this section by D.C. Law 22-312 has been implemented.
Section 7177 of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Support Emergency Amendment Act of 2019 (D.C. Act 23-91) amended § 5 of D.C. Law 22-312 removing the applicability restriction impacting this section. Therefore the amendment of this section by D.C. Law 22-312 has been given effect.
Applicability of D.C. Law 22-312: § 5 of D.C. Law 22-312 provided that the creation of this section by § 2(e) of D.C. Law 22-312 is subject to the inclusion of the law’s fiscal effect in an approved budget and financial plan. Therefore that amendment has not been implemented.
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) amendment of this section, see § 7052(c) of Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Support Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2019 (D.C. Act 23-112, Sept. 4, 2019, 66 DCR 11964).
For temporary (90 days) amendment of this section, see § 7052(c) of Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Support Emergency Act of 2019 (D.C. Act 23-91, July 22, 2019, 66 DCR 8497).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(e) of the Sports Wagering Lottery Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2018 (D.C. Act 23-43, Apr. 15, 2019, 66 DCR 5273).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(e) of the Sports Wagering Lottery Emergency Amendment Act of 2018 (D.C. Act 22-630, Jan. 30, 2019, 66 DCR 1745).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter II - Sports Wagering › § 36–621.17. Conflict with federal law

§ 36–621.17. Conflict with federal law.
Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to authorize noncompliance with any provision of any federal law or regulation. Notwithstanding any provision in this subchapter, no sports wagering, or gambling in any form, or the operation of gambling devices shall be allowed on federal property, or portion of federal property, where such activity is prohibited by federal law or regulation or is contrary to § 1-206.02(a)(3).
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 317; as added May 3, 2019, D.C. Law 22-312, § 2(e), 66 DCR 1402; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Applicability
Applicability of D.C. Law 22-312: § 7177 of D.C. Law 23-16 amended § 5(a) of D.C. Law 22-312 to repeal the delayed applicability affecting this section. Therefore the creation of this section by D.C. Law 22-312 has been implemented.
Section 7177 of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Support Emergency Amendment Act of 2019 (D.C. Act 23-91) amended § 5 of D.C. Law 22-312 removing the applicability restriction impacting this section. Therefore the amendment of this section by D.C. Law 22-312 has been given effect.
Applicability of D.C. Law 22-312: § 5 of D.C. Law 22-312 provided that the creation of this section by § 2(e) of D.C. Law 22-312 is subject to the inclusion of the law’s fiscal effect in an approved budget and financial plan. Therefore that amendment has not been implemented.
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(e) of the Sports Wagering Lottery Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2018 (D.C. Act 23-43, Apr. 15, 2019, 66 DCR 5273).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(e) of the Sports Wagering Lottery Emergency Amendment Act of 2018 (D.C. Act 22-630, Jan. 30, 2019, 66 DCR 1745).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.02. Authorization of game of skill machines

§ 36–641.02. Authorization of game of skill machines.
The operation of game of skill machines shall be lawful in the District if conducted in accordance with this subchapter and the rules issued pursuant to this subchapter.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 402; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.05. Conflicts of interest

§ 36–641.05. Conflicts of interest.
(a) Before issuing, authorizing the transfer to a new owner of, or renewing a license, the Office shall determine that the applicant is not disqualified because of a conflicting interest in another license.
(b) In making a determination regarding a conflicting interest, the following standards shall apply:
(1) No licensee under a distributor's license shall hold a license in another license issued under this subchapter; except, that the holder of a distributor's license may also hold a manufacturer's license.
(2) No licensee under a manufacturer's license shall hold another license issued under this subchapter; except, that the holder of a manufacturer's license may also hold a distributor's license.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 405; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.06. Manufacturer licensure

§ 36–641.06. Manufacturer licensure.
(a)(1) A person may not, after March 31, 2021, manufacture a game of skill machine in the District or manufacture and cause to be delivered into the District a game of skill machine, unless the person has a valid manufacturer's license issued under this subchapter.
(2) A manufacturer may, after March 31, 2021, only sell or lease game of skill machines for use in the District to persons having a valid distributor's license.
(b) A person applying for a manufacturer's license shall do so on a form prescribed by the Office. The form shall require:
(1) The name of the applicant;
(2) The mailing address of the applicant and, if the applicant is a corporation, the name of the state in which it is incorporated, the location of its principal place of business, and the names and addresses of its directors;
(3) A report of the applicant's financial activities, including evidence of financial stability, such as bank statements, business and personal income and disbursement schedules, and tax returns; and
(4) Such other information as the Office may require by rule.
(c) In considering whether to approve an application for a manufacturer's license, the Office may consider, among such other evidence as may come before the Office, evidence of the applicant's licensure, conduct, and activities in another jurisdiction.
(d) An applicant for a manufacturer's license shall pay a nonrefundable application fee of $10,000 with the application.
(e) A manufacturer's license shall be renewed annually; provided, that the licensee has continued to comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements and pays upon submission of its renewal application a $5,000 renewal fee.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 406; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.08. Retailer licensure

§ 36–641.08. Retailer licensure.
(a) A person may not offer or allow for play a game of skill machine at the location in the District unless the location:
(1) Is a licensed establishment;
(2) Possesses a game of skill machine endorsement from ABCA in accordance with § 25-113.01(e), and, after March 31, 2021, a retailer's license from the Office; and
(3) Has entered into a written use agreement with a licensed distributor (or before April 1, 2021, with a distributor) for the placement or installation of a game of skill machine or machines on the licensed premises.
(b) A person shall apply for a retailer's license on a form prescribed by the Office. The form shall require:
(1) The name of the applicant;
(2) The mailing address of the applicant and, if the applicant is a corporation, the name of the state in which it is incorporated, the location of its principal place of business, and the names and addresses of its directors;
(3) At the discretion of the Office, a report of the applicant's financial activities, including evidence of financial stability, such as bank statements, business and personal income and disbursement schedules, and tax returns; and
(4) Any other information the Office considers necessary.
(c) An applicant for a retailer's license shall pay a nonrefundable application fee of $300 with the application.
(d) A retailer's license shall be renewed annually; provided, that the licensee continued to comply with the statutory and regulatory requirements and pays upon submission of its renewal application a $300 renewal fee.
(e) The Office may require a retailer to be bonded, in such amounts and in such manner as determined by the Office.
(f) Game of skill machines shall not be offered or allowed to be played in the District other than at an establishment licensed as a retailer.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 408; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.11. Cash award

§ 36–641.11. Cash award.
(a) A game of skill machine shall not directly dispense cash awards to a player. If, at the conclusion of the game, a player is entitled to a cash award, the game of skill machine shall dispense a ticket or voucher to the player. The ticket or voucher shall indicate:
(1) The total amount of the cash award;
(2) The time of day that the cash award was issued in a 24-hour format showing hours and minutes, the date, the terminal serial number, and the sequential number of the ticket or voucher; and
(3) An encrypted validation number from which the validity of the cash award may be determined.
(b) A retailer shall allow a player to take the ticket or voucher to the owner of the licensed establishment or the owner's designee, who shall be located at the licensed establishment, for payment of the cash award.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 411; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.12. Game of skill machine use by minors prohibited

§ 36–641.12. Game of skill machine use by minors prohibited.
(a) A licensee shall not permit a person under the age of 18 to use or play a game of skill machine.
(b) The Office may suspend or revoke a license and issue a fine, in accordance with § 36-641.15, against a licensee that knowingly allows a person under the age of 18 to use or play a game of skill machine.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 412; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.13. Centralized accounting system

§ 36–641.13. Centralized accounting system.
(a)(1) Within 365 days after April 27, 2021, the Office shall procure a centralized accounting system for games of skill machines, which shall be linked to a communications network. All games of skill machines registered in the District shall connect to the centralized accounting system through the communications network. The centralized accounting system shall be administered by the Office and shall allow for the accounting, reporting, monitoring, and reading of game of skill machine activities by the District for the purposes of assisting the Office in determining compliance with, and enforcing, the provisions of this subchapter and the rules issued pursuant to this subchapter. The centralized accounting system shall also allow for game of skill machines to be activated and deactivated remotely by the Office.
(2) When the Office is satisfied with the operation of the centralized accounting system, it shall:
(A) Certify the effective status of the system; and
(B) Notify all retailers of the date by which the distributor's and retailer's game of skill machines must be linked to the centralized accounting system, which date shall not be less than 90 days after the date of the effective status of the centralized accounting system.
(b) The centralized accounting system shall not provide for the monitoring or reading of personal or financial information concerning patrons of game of skill machines.
(c) An employee or agent of a contractor or subcontractor of the Office who is engaged in building, operating, maintaining, or contracting to build, operate, or maintain the centralized accounting system, and the immediate family members of such employee or agent, shall be prohibited from obtaining a license under this subchapter.
(d) Unless a retailer's license is canceled, suspended, or revoked, nothing in this section shall authorize the Office to limit or eliminate a registered game of skill from the centralized accounting system.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 413; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.14. Insurance

§ 36–641.14. Insurance.
The Office may require by rule, issued pursuant to this subchapter, that a distributor maintain liability insurance on the game of skill machines that it places in licensed establishments or that a retailer maintain liability insurance on the game of skill machines that are located in its licensed establishment.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 414; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.15. Penalties

§ 36–641.15. Penalties.
(a) In the event of a violation of this subchapter or a rule issued pursuant to this subchapter, the Office may:
(1) Impose a fine of not more than $50,000;
(2) Revoke a licensee's license; or
(3) Suspend the licensee's license for up to one year.
(b) A person that has been fined or whose application has been denied, revoked, or suspended pursuant to this section shall have a right to a hearing before the Office and, in the event of the Office's affirmation of the fine, denial, revocation, or suspension, the right to appeal the decision of the Office to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.
(c) The Office shall notify ABCA within 48 hours after the Office suspends or revokes a retailer's license.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 415; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.16. Authority of the Office

§ 36–641.16. Authority of the Office.
(a) The Office may enforce the provisions of this subchapter with respect to licensees and with respect to any individual or entity not holding a license and offering a game of skill machine in violation of the provisions of this subchapter or rules issued pursuant to this subchapter.
(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Office and the Metropolitan Police Department may issue citations for civil violations of this subchapter as set forth in rules issued pursuant to this subchapter.
(c) A citation for a violation for which the penalty includes the suspension or revocation of a license shall be issued by the Office as a result of an investigation carried out by the Office.
(d) The Office, ABCA, or Metropolitan Police Department may request and check the identification of a person who has played, is playing, or is attempting to play a game of skill machine. The Office or Metropolitan Police Department may seize evidence that substantiates a violation under this subchapter, which may include seizing the tickets, vouchers, or cash awards issued to a person under the age of 18 and fake identification documents used by a person under the age of 18.
(e) The Office may seize a game of skill machine license from an establishment if:
(1) The game of skill machine license has been suspended, revoked, or canceled by the Office;
(2) The business is no longer in existence; or
(3) The business has been closed by another District government agency.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 416; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.17. Investigations and inspections

§ 36–641.17. Investigations and inspections.
(a) The Office may conduct investigations, searches, seizures, and perform other duties authorized by this subchapter and rules issued pursuant to this subchapter.
(b) An applicant for a license and each licensee shall allow an authorized member of the Office, an ABCA investigator, or any member of the Metropolitan Police Department full opportunity to examine at any time during business hours:
(1) The location on the premises where game of skill machines are available to play; and
(2) The books and records of the licensee or applicant.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 417; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.18. Unlawful acts; action by the Attorney General

§ 36–641.18. Unlawful acts; action by the Attorney General.
(a)(1) No manufacturer, distributor, licensed establishment, or employee or agent of a manufacturer, distributor, or licensed establishment shall intentionally make a false or misleading representation concerning an individual's chances, likelihood, or probability of winning at playing a game of skill machine.
(2) An individual or entity claiming to be aggrieved by a fraudulent act or a false or misleading statement by a licensee shall have a cause of action in a court of competent jurisdiction for damages and any legal or equitable relief as may be appropriate.
(b) The Attorney General for the District of Columbia, in the name of the District of Columbia, may bring an action in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia to enjoin an individual or entity or to seek a civil penalty of up to $50,000 for a violation of this subchapter or rule issued pursuant to this subchapter.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 418; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.19. Taxation of game of skill machines

§ 36–641.19. Taxation of game of skill machines.
(a) A tax shall be imposed on all persons owning a game of skill machine located in the District for the privilege of operating a game of skill machine in the District.
(b) The rate of tax shall be 10% of the game of skill machine gross revenue from each game of skill machine in the District.
(c) On or before the 20th calendar day of each month, each owner of a game of skill machine located in the District shall file a return with the CFO, on forms and in the manner prescribed by the CFO, indicating the amount of game of skill machine gross revenue for the owner's game of skill machines for the preceding calendar month and the amount of tax for which the owner is liable.
(d) All funds owed to the District under this section shall be held in trust for the District in a federally insured depository institution that maintains an office in the District until the funds are paid to the District of Columbia Treasurer.
(e) Each owner of a game of skill machine located in the District shall keep a record of the game of skill machine gross revenue, awards, and net income of each game of skill machine in such form as the CFO may require.
(f) An owner of a game of skill who fails to pay the tax imposed by this section shall be subject to all collection, enforcement, and administrative provisions applicable to unpaid taxes or fees, as provided in Chapters 41, 42, 43, and 44 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code.
(g) Notwithstanding § 47-4406, the CFO may disclose the total amount of game of skill machine gross revenue collected in the periodic estimates and reports of revenues.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 419; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.20. Deposit of license fees

§ 36–641.20. Deposit of license fees.
All fees collected under §§ 36-641.06 through 36-641.08 shall be deposited in the Lottery, Gambling, and Gaming Fund, established by § 36-601.12.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 420; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 36 - Trade Practices › Chapter 6 - Lottery, Gaming, and Sports Wagering › Subchapter III - Game of Skill Machines › § 36–641.21. Rules and regulations governing game of skill machines

§ 36–641.21. Rules and regulations governing game of skill machines.
(a) The CFO, pursuant to subchapter I of Chapter 5 of Title 2, shall by January 2021, issue rules to implement the provisions of this subchapter.
(b) The rules issued by the CFO pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall include:
(1) Minimum standards under § 36-641.09(b);
(2) Standards for conducting inspections of game of skill machines for compliance with industry standards;
(3) Standards for inspecting licensed establishments for compliance with this subchapter;
(4) Minimum and maximum payment amounts for playing game of skill machines;
(5) The maximum amount of allowable winnings per game;
(6) Requirements relating to how fees and taxes are to be remitted;
(7) The method of accounting to be used by a licensed establishment where a game of skill machine is authorized;
(8) Methods of age verification;
(9) Types of records that shall be required to be maintained by a licensee;
(10) Posting requirements;
(11) Advertising guidelines, including specific language concerning individuals under the age of 18;
(12) Penalties for a violation of this subchapter or rule issued pursuant to this subchapter; and
(13) Internal control standards for game of skill machines.
(Mar. 10, 1981, D.C. Law 3-172, § 421; as added Apr. 27, 2021, D.C. Law 23-280, § 7(b), 68 DCR 001156; Mar. 22, 2023, D.C. Law 24-332, § 6(a), 70 DCR 1582.)
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (D.C. Act 24-16, Feb. 26, 2021, 68 DCR 002559).
For temporary (90 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Emergency Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Act 23-479, Oct. 1, 2020, 67 DCR 13284).
Temporary Legislation
For temporary (225 days) creation of this section, see § 2(b) of Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Temporary Amendment Act of 2020 (D.C. Law 23-257, Mar. 16, 2021, 67 DCR 13932).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 37 - Weights, Measures, Markets, and Vending › Chapter 1 - Eastern Market Management and Regulation › § 37–102. Coordinated management

§ 37–102. Coordinated management.
(a) The Department of General Services shall supervise and provide coordinated management over all operations in the Eastern Market Square. On April 16, 1999, the District of Columbia shall notify any extant lessees and sub-assignees with an existing lease, contract, agreement or legally binding understanding with respect to any occupant or occupants of the Eastern Market building of the status of their lease or agreement, including the date of termination or expiration of their lease or sub-assignment or any other change to an agreement or legally binding understanding with the District of Columbia that is required by this chapter. The District of Columbia shall remain responsible for capital expenditures for Eastern Market and the Eastern Market Square.
(b) The CPMO may promulgate rules to implement this chapter.
(Apr. 16, 1999, D.C. Law 12-228, § 3, 46 DCR 1066; Sept. 26, 2012, D.C. Law 19-171, § 91(b), 59 DCR 6190.)
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 10-302.
Effect of Amendments
The 2012 amendment by D.C. Law 19-171 substituted “Department of General Services” for “OPM” in the first sentence of (a).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 37 - Weights, Measures, Markets, and Vending › Chapter 1 - Eastern Market Management and Regulation › § 37–103. Enterprise Fund

§ 37–103. Enterprise Fund.
(a) There is established the Eastern Market Enterprise Fund (“Fund”) pursuant to § 47-373(2)(C). The Fund shall be operated by the CPMO in accordance with general accepted accounting principles.
(b) The CPMO shall deposit into the Fund all revenues, proceeds, and moneys from whatever source derived that are collected or received by the CPMO on behalf of Eastern Market.
(c) Repealed.
(d) Money in the Fund shall be used for the following purposes:
(1) To fund all expenses related to the management and maintenance of the Eastern Market Special Use Area; and
(2) Up to $5,000 per fiscal year to fund the operating expenses of the Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee, including the creation and preservation of meeting records, printing, copying, and other direct expenses related to their duties.
(e) Money in the Fund may not be used to fund capital expenditures for Eastern Market and the Eastern Market Special Use Area.
(f)(1) The money deposited into the Fund shall not revert to the unrestricted fund balance of the General Fund of the District of Columbia at the end of a fiscal year, or at any other time.
(2) Subject to authorization in an approved budget and financial plan, any funds appropriated in the Fund shall be continually available without regard to fiscal year limitation.
(Apr. 16, 1999, D.C. Law 12-228, § 4, 46 DCR 1066; Apr. 20, 1999, D.C. Law 12-264, § 22(b), 46 DCR 1066; Dec. 7, 2004, D.C. Law 15-205, § 1192(d), 51 DCR 8441; Aug. 17, 2016, D.C. Law 21-143, § 9, 63 DCR 7589; Oct. 30, 2018, D.C. Law 22-168, § 1112, 65 DCR 9388.)
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 10-303.
Section References
This section is referenced in § 37-111.
Effect of Amendments
D.C. Law 15-205, in subsec. (c), substituted “biennially” for “annually”.
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 days) amendment of this section, see § 1112 of Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Support Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2018 (D.C. Act 22-458, Oct. 3, 2018, 65 DCR 11212).
For temporary (90 days) amendment of this section, see § 1112 of Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Support Emergency Act of 2018 (D.C. Act 22-434, July 30, 2018, 65 DCR 8200).
For temporary (90 days) amendment of this section, see § 8 of Repeal of Outdated and Unnecessary Audit Mandates Emergency Amendment Act of 2016 (D.C. Act 21-403, May 21, 2016, 63 DCR 7925).
For temporary (90 day) amendment of section, see § 1192(d) of Fiscal Year 2005 Budget Support Emergency Act of 2004 (D.C. Act 15-486, August 2, 2004, 51 DCR 8236).
For temporary (90 day) amendment of section, see § 1192(d) of Fiscal Year 2005 Budget Support Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2004 (D.C. Act 15-594, October 26, 2004, 51 DCR 11725).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 37 - Weights, Measures, Markets, and Vending › Chapter 1 - Eastern Market Management and Regulation › § 37–104. Market operation

§ 37–104. Market operation.
Eastern Market shall be operated primarily as an indoor urban fresh food market and an outdoor Farmers’ Line, with a community arts center and public meeting space in the North Hall, with an arts and crafts market and a flea market on the North Plaza, and with compatible uses in the Center Hall.
(Apr. 16, 1999, D.C. Law 12-228, § 5, 46 DCR 1066.)
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 10-304.
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 37 - Weights, Measures, Markets, and Vending › Chapter 1 - Eastern Market Management and Regulation › § 37–106. Eastern Market building and tenants

§ 37–106. Eastern Market building and tenants.
(a) Tenants shall not occupy any space or stand inside the Eastern Market building without first having entered into a written contract with the market manager.
(b) Each contract shall require that the tenant possess the required business license and sales and use tax number and comply with the laws, regulations and rules governing Eastern Market.
(c) Tenants may not stock or sell any class of item not specified on the tenant’s written contract. Tenants may not sell food prepared for immediate consumption on the premises unless specifically authorized by the tenant’s written contract.
(d) The market manager may enter into contracts with one or more tenants to sell and serve food prepared for immediate consumption on premises, but no more than 15% of the gross first floor space inside the Eastern Market building may be assigned for these purposes, except that no tenant selling or serving take-out food on August 1, 1997, shall be required to modify that tenant’s operations as a result of the application of this provision. The market manager shall give priority to selling prepared foods typical of the Mid-Atlantic region, while encouraging a diversity of food offerings, and to tenants who are not affiliated with any franchise or chain fast-food organizations.
(e) The market manager may enter into a written contract with a tenant to operate the North Hall as a community arts center. The North Hall shall also be available for periodic use by community groups not involved in promoting the arts, and on a space-available basis, rented for fund-raising or for-profit activities. The contract shall specify a space charge that shall reflect rents or fees charged to art galleries, dance companies, theatrical companies and other similar arts-promoting entities, and to community-based or non-profit public activities.
(f) Community groups using the space for membership meetings or public forums, other than fundraising or other income-producing activities, shall be charged a nominal fee to compensate for administrative and security costs of the event.
(g) A tenant shall not occupy more space than is assigned to that tenant, and no alteration to stands or fixtures of any kind shall be made without the written approval of the market manager. Tenants shall keep and maintain their space or stands in a manner satisfactory to the market manager. The market manager may specify the location where a tenant shall receive commodities and the doors through which commodities may be conveyed. Tenants shall dispose of all garbage and rubbish as directed by the market manager.
(h) Alcoholic beverages shall not be sold in the Eastern Market building except pursuant to the following:
(1) An ABC license for special events; and
(2) The written consent of the market manager.
(Apr. 16, 1999, D.C. Law 12-228, § 7, 46 DCR 1066.)
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 10-306.
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 37 - Weights, Measures, Markets, and Vending › Chapter 1 - Eastern Market Management and Regulation › § 37–107. Right of first refusal for existing inside operations

§ 37–107. Right of first refusal for existing inside operations.
(a) Any individual, association or corporation having a lease, contract, agreement, or legally binding understanding to operate one or more stalls in the South Hall, a breakfast or lunch restaurant in the Center and South Hall, a pottery studio in the Center Hall, a community- and arts-related space in the North Hall as of August 1, 1997, shall be offered the right of first refusal to sub-lease under substantially similar terms, except that:
(1) The terms shall incorporate the provisions of this chapter and any regulations promulgated pursuant to it; and
(2) Rents or other financial arrangements shall reflect fair market rents and practices, but rents and fees for the operator of the North Hall shall take into account that certain activities will be charged only nominal fees.
(b) Annual rent increases for any operators shall be limited to 102% of the Consumer Price Index (“CPI”), or to an additional amount to reflect the cost of additional services provided, except that in no instance shall the annual increase exceed 110% of the CPI.
(Apr. 16, 1999, D.C. Law 12-228, § 8, 46 DCR 1066.)
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 10-307.
Section References
This section is referenced in § 37-105.
Emergency Legislation
For temporary (90 day) amendment of section, see § 2(c) of Eastern Market Emergency Amendment Act of 2008 (D.C. Act 17-570, November 7, 2008, 55 DCR 12114).
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 37 - Weights, Measures, Markets, and Vending › Chapter 1 - Eastern Market Management and Regulation › § 37–108. Right of first refusal for existing sidewalk operations

§ 37–108. Right of first refusal for existing sidewalk operations.
(a) Any farmer or other market vendor of agricultural products who has operated one or more stalls on the sidewalk at any time within the last 2 years shall be offered a right of first refusal to continue such operations under substantially similar terms, except that:
(1) The terms shall incorporate the provisions of this chapter and any regulations promulgated pursuant to it, provided that the farmer or market vendor of agricultural products may continue to sell the type of goods sold during the 2-year period prior to April 16, 1999; and
(2) Space charges or other financial arrangements shall reflect fair market practices.
(b) Any non-food market vendor who, as of August 1, 1997, was a party to any arrangement to operate one or more stalls on the sidewalk shall have the right-of-first refusal to continue such operations under substantially similar terms, except that:
(1) The terms shall incorporate the provisions of this chapter and any regulations promulgated pursuant to it, provided that the non-food market vendor may continue to sell the type of goods being sold as of August 1, 1997; and
(2) Space charges or other financial arrangements shall reflect fair market practices.
(Apr. 16, 1999, D.C. Law 12-228, § 9, 46 DCR 1066.)
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 10-308.
Section References
This section is referenced in § 37-105.
2023 District of Columbia Code › Title 37 - Weights, Measures, Markets, and Vending › Chapter 1 - Eastern Market Management and Regulation › § 37–109. Other neighborhood vending

§ 37–109. Other neighborhood vending.
(a) In order to maintain the theme and character of Eastern Market, any District of Columbia agency having jurisdiction over public property, including, but not limited to, the property under the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia Public Schools and the Department of Recreation and Parks, in the Eastern Market Special Use Area shall not permit retailing on such public property, except as generally is consistent with the activities at Eastern Market and with the prior written consent of the CPMO, after the review and comment of the market manager and the EMCAC, except that any contracts in place on August 1, 1997, shall be exempt from the provisions of this subsection.
(b) With the advice of the EMCAC, and after appropriate study, public hearing, and approval of the Department of Recreation and Parks, the market manager shall have the authority to extend operations and activities of the Eastern Market Square to the plaza in front of the Capitol Hill Natatorium.
(1) The CPMO shall not exercise this authority unless it is demonstrated there is sufficient demand from farmers, non-food market vendors, or the Sunday Flea Market vendors to create a viable extension of the Eastern Market Square.
(2) Any such extension shall not disturb the operations of the Capitol Hill Natatorium or impede the free flow of Natatorium users into and out of the building.
(Apr. 16, 1999, D.C. Law 12-228, § 10, 46 DCR 1066; Oct. 14, 1999, D.C. Law 13-49, § 14(a), 46 DCR 5153.)
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 10-309.
Effect of Amendments
D.C. Law 13-49, in subsec. (a), substituted “such” for “such such”.
References in Text
Pursuant to Mayor’s Order 2000-20, the agency formerly known as the Department of Recreation and Parks shall be known as the Department of Parks and Recreation.