An electronic gaming device is lawful if it is:

1. A. An antique electronic gaming device that is not operated for gambling purposes.

2. B. An electronic gaming device that is in the possession of or being transported by a person to demonstrate or sell the electronic gaming device to a prospective customer who is allowed to purchase an electronic gaming device if the person:

   1. (1) Operates with or under a distributorship contract with a manufacturer of an electronic gaming device;
   2. (2) Is registered with the United States Department of Justice as a distributor of electronic gaming devices; and
   3. (3) Has provided the Secretary of State Police with a copy of the person’s current federal registration.
3. C. An instant bingo machine operated in compliance with COMAR 36.07.

Authority: Criminal Law Article, §§12-301—12-308, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: January 1, 2017 (43:23 Md. R. 1281)