A. Nothing contained in Article 1 (§ 18.2-325 et seq.) of Chapter 8 of Title 18.2 shall be applicable to a fantasy contest conducted in accordance with this chapter. The award of any prize money for any fantasy contest shall not be deemed to be part of any gaming contract within the purview of § 11-14.
B. This section shall not apply to any sports betting or related activity that is lawful under Article 2 (§ 58.1-4030 et seq.) of Chapter 40 of Title 58.1, which shall be regulated pursuant to such chapter.
2016, cc. 318, 703; 2020, cc. 1218, 1256.
Structure Code of Virginia
Title 59.1 - Trade and Commerce
Chapter 51 - Fantasy Contests Act
§ 59.1-558. Issuance of registration; denial of same
§ 59.1-559. Independent audit required; submission to Department
§ 59.1-560. Powers and duties of Department
§ 59.1-561. Suspension or revocation of registration
§ 59.1-562. Hearing and appeal
§ 59.1-564. Department to adjust fees; certain transfer of money collected prohibited
§ 59.1-565. Public inspection of information filed with Department; charges for production
§ 59.1-566. Registration not endorsement
§ 59.1-567. Acquisition of interest in fantasy contest operator
§ 59.1-569. Fantasy contests conducted under this chapter not illegal gambling