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Rhode Island State Lotteries Laws
| Code Section | 42-61-1, et seq. |
| Distribution of Lottery Revenue | 45-65% prize fund (keno 45-72%) less expenses; 25% (15% for keno) to general revenue fund (different percentages for video lottery games) |
| Additional Purpose of Lottery | - |
| Lottery Prize Subject to Garnishment | For prizes over $600, set-off for unpaid child support arrearages over $500 |
| Time Limit to Claim Prize/Disposition | 1 year/reverts to lottery fund |
| Prohibited Related Activities | Sales above fixed price; sales to minors; altered /forged tickets |
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