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Virginia State Lotteries Laws
| Code Section | 58.1-4000, et seq. |
| Distribution of Lottery Revenue | Operating costs and administration not to exceed 10% (with special reserve fund); rest to general fund solely for purpose of public education |
| Additional Purpose of Lottery | - |
| Lottery Prize Subject to Garnishment | Unpaid child support obligations and payment of public assistance owed by individual |
| Time Limit to Claim Prize/Disposition | 180 days/paid into Literary Fund (prizes of less than $25 go into state lottery fund) |
| Prohibited Related Activities | Sale over fixed price; sales to minors; altered/forged tickets |
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