N.J. Admin. Code § 13:47-20.21

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 8, April 15, 2024

Section 13:47-20.21 - Rules of the game of beat the dealer

(a) The following equipment shall be used in the game of beat the dealer:

1. A cage having an 18 inch diameter constructed of wire or a similar material so as to give a clear view of the dice within it; or a chute of sufficient height and width to tumble the dice, equipped with at least three baffles;

2. Two dice with the following specifications:

i. With six sides measuring 2.5 inches on each side;

ii. Of a weight equally distributed throughout the cube with no side of the cube heavier than any other side of the cube; and

iii. With spots arranged so that the side containing one spot is directly opposite the side containing six spots, the side containing two spots is directly opposite the side containing five spots and the side containing three spots is directly opposite the side containing four spots; and

3. A table with 10 player positions and a layout showing the numbers 1 through 12.

(b) The dealer shall:

1. Tumble the dice;

2. Be responsible for the operation of the game in accordance with the provisions of this subchapter;

3. Take a position at the table opposite the players; and

4. Collect all losing wagers and pay all winning wagers.

(c) The method of play for the game of beat the dealer shall be as follows:

1. The dealer and then the player each tumble the dice by inverting the cage. The winner is determined by calculating the point count on the top side of the dice when they come to rest. The winner is the person with the highest point count. The dealer wins all ties.

(d) Winning wagers shall be paid 1 to 1.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:47-20.21