Legalized Games of Chance

Bingo Licenses

Non-profit organizations looking to hold games of bingo must register with the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission (LGCCC) and present a valid registration to the Municipal Clerk.

Application

Bingo License Applications shall be filed in quadruplicate with original, notarized signatures in the Office of the Municipal Clerk. Applications must be received 7 days prior to the Council Meeting.

Fees

Payable to LGCCC: $20 for each occasion on which any game or games of bingo are to be conducted under the license. 

Timeframe After Council Approval

By statute, the Municipal Clerk must submit the application to LGCCC within 3 days of Council approval and wait 14 days from date of mailing before issuing a license. Please plan accordingly.

Raffle Licenses

Non-profit organizations looking to hold raffles must register with the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission (LGCCC) and present a valid registration to the Municipal Clerk.

Application

Raffle License Applications shall be filed in quadruplicate with original, notarized signatures in the Office of the Municipal Clerk. Applications must be received 7 days prior to the Council Meeting.

Fees

Fees vary by raffle type. Please review the Raffle License Application below for specific submission requirements per raffle type.

Timeframe After Council Approval

By statute, the Municipal Clerk must submit the application to LGCCC within 3 days of Council approval and wait 14 days from date of mailing before issuing a license. Please plan accordingly.

Amusement Game Licenses

Persons, firms, or corporations operating games of skill or chance as defined by the Amusement Games Licensing Law (Chapter 109, P.L. 1959) in the area east of Ocean Avenue between the center lines of Porter Ave and Stockton Ave, must first obtain an Amusement Game License.

Application

2 copies of the Amusement Game Application must be completed, notarized, and filed in the Office of the Municipal Clerk, along with the requisite application fees. Background checks are required for all applicants.

Fees
  • Borough Application Fee: $650
  • LGCCC Application Fee: $250
    • Arcades must submit an additional $10 per player position over 50 player positions, with a complete list of all redemption machines
Approval:

Applications must be approved by resolution of the Borough Council. The Municipal Clerk has 3 days to submit a certified copy of the resolution and application to LGCCC.

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