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Michigan State Lotteries Laws
| Code Section | MCL 432.1, et seq. |
| Distribution of Lottery Revenue | After payment of prizes (approximately 45%) and expenses, net revenue to state school aid fund |
| Additional Purpose of Lottery | 10% of yearly state lottery advertising budget not to exceed $1 mil. goes to compulsive gaming prevention fund |
| Lottery Prize Subject to Garnishment | For prizes over $1,000, for liabilities to state or support arrearages |
| Time Limit to Claim Prize/Disposition | 1 year/deposited in state school aid fund and distributed pursuant to law |
| Prohibited Related Activities | Sales to minors; sale at greater price; unauthorized sale; forged/altered ticket |
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