W. Va. Code R. § 179-8-34

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 36, September 6, 2024

Section 179-8-34 - Supplier License Required to Provide Table Games-Related Devices, Supplies and/or Services

34.1. When a person will supply or provide a casino with gaming devices, gaming supplies or services that directly affect the play and results of table games authorized, conducted, and played under the Act and this rule, the person shall hold a supplier's license. In determining whether a person is qualified to be licensed as a supplier under this rule, the Commission shall consider, without limitation, whether the person meets one or more of the following criteria:

34.1.a. The person manufactures, supplies, or distributes devices, machines, equipment, items or articles that:

34.1.a.1. Are specifically designed for use in the conduct of table gaming;

34.1.a.2. Are needed to conduct table gaming;

34.1.a.3. Have the capacity to affect the outcome of the play of a table game; or

34.1.a.4. Have the capacity to affect the calculation, storage, collection, or control of gross receipts; and

34.1.b. The person provides other goods or services determined by the Commission to be used in, or incident to, the operation of table games and the person must be licensed as a supplier to protect the public and enhance the credibility and integrity of gaming in West Virginia;

34.2. The following persons shall be licensed under the criteria specified in subdivisions 35.1a through 35.1.e of this rule:

34.2.a. A manufacturer, supplier, distributor, servicer, or repairer of any of the following:

34.2.a.1. Cards;

34.2.a.2. Dice;

34.2.a.3. Gaming chips;

34.2.a.4. Gaming plaques;

34.2.a.5. Tokens;

34.2.a.6. Dealing shoes;

34.2.a.7. Drop boxes;

34.2.a.8. Computerized gaming monitoring systems; and

34.2.a.9. Other devices, machines, equipment, items, or articles used in table gaming.

W. Va. Code R. § 179-8-34