For the purposes of this chapter, the term, control program, means any software, source language, or executable code which affects the result of a wager by determining win or loss. The term includes software, source language, or executable code associated with the:
- (1) Random number generation process;
- (2) Mapping of random numbers to game elements displayed as part of game outcome;
- (3) Evaluation of the randomly generated game elements to determine win or loss;
- (4) Payment of winning wagers;
- (5) Game recall;
- (6) Game accounting including the reporting of meter and log information to on-line slot metering systems;
- (7) Monetary transactions conducted with associated equipment;
- (8) Software verification and authentication functions which are specifically designed and intended for use in a gaming device;
- (9) Monitoring and generation of game tilts or error conditions; and
- (10) Game operating systems which are specifically designed and intended for use in a gaming device.
Source: 39 SDR 119, effective January 8, 2013.
General Authority: SDCL 42-7B-7 , 42-7B-11(12).
Law Implemented: SDCL 42-7B-11(12).