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Ohio State Lotteries Laws
| Code Section | 3770.01, et seq. |
| Distribution of Lottery Revenue | 50% prize payment less operation expenses; then at least 30% Lottery Profits Education Fund |
| Additional Purpose of Lottery | Lottery Profits Education Fund used to support elementary, secondary, vocational, and special education programs in appropriations made by the general assembly |
| Lottery Prize Subject to Garnishment | On prizes over $600, for default of support payment under support order |
| Time Limit to Claim Prize/Disposition | 180 days/returned to state lottery fund in unclaimed lottery prizes fund |
| Prohibited Related Activities | Sale at greater price; unauthorized sale; sale to minor; influence lottery sales agent; on Ohio fairgrounds at annual exhibition |
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