1. (a) As used in this section, "sweepstakes game" means a game, contest, or promotion that:

   1. (1) is available on the Internet;
   2. (2) is accessible on a mobile phone, computer terminal, or similar access device;

   3. (3) utilizes a dual-currency or multi-currency system of payment allowing a player to exchange currency for:

      1. (A) a cash prize, a cash award, or cash equivalents; or
      2. (B) a chance to win a cash prize, a cash award, or cash equivalents; and

   4. (4) simulates:

      1. (A) lottery games; or

      2. (B) casino-style gaming, including slot machines, video poker, table games, bingo, or sports wagering.

         However, the term does not include a game, contest, or promotion offered by the state lottery commission or peer to peer skill-based poker games.

2. (b) The commission may levy a civil penalty in the amount of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) against an operator or individual who knowingly uses the Internet to conduct a sweepstakes game:

   1. (1) in Indiana; or
   2. (2) in a transaction directly involving a person located in Indiana.

As added by P.L.153-2026, SEC.15.