Template C: Simulated gambling device, or a sweepstakes not tied to a bona fide sale.
Template C: Simulated gambling device, or a sweepstakes not tied to a bona fide sale
Records read Oct 16, 2026 · counsel review pending · read through summaries only
The statute
SB 1235 (Public Act 25-112)
Template C · Simulated gambling device, or a sweepstakes not tied to a bona fide sale
Signed Jun 11, 2025
In effect from Oct 1, 2025
Penalty: Classification is reported inconsistently: a CUTPA violation or Class A misdemeanor per the OLR summary, a Class D felony per affiliate sites.
Described as covering conducting or promoting a sweepstakes that is not tied to a bona fide sale of goods, services or property, or that uses a simulated gambling device, or that allows participation in real or simulated online casino gaming or sports wagering.
Carve-outs the sources describe
A sweepstakes tied to a bona fide sale is outside the first prong.
A grocery-chain carve-out with no cash prizes is described.
Not yet confirmed: Official text and penalty classification not read; summaries only.
Who it reaches
Operators
Operators: described in a summary of the statute
Bills, enforcement and litigation
1 note
High 5 Games paid about $1.4m to Connecticut in 2025 and exited the state.
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