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West Virginia State Lotteries Laws
| Code Section | 29-22-1 |
| Distribution of Lottery Revenue | 45% disbursement as prizes; 15% operation and administration expenses; excess is net profit: goes to school building debt service fund (up to $18 million); lottery education fund; school construction fund; lottery senior citizens fund; commerce division of tourism and parks |
| Additional Purpose of Lottery | - |
| Lottery Prize Subject to Garnishment | For delinquent payment of child or spousal support |
| Time Limit to Claim Prize/Disposition | 180 days/reverts to state lottery fund for the purpose of awarding additional prizes |
| Prohibited Related Activities | Altered/forged tickets; unauthorized sales; sale at greater price; sales to minors |
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