GA 16-12-35 - GA 16-12-35

OPINIONS OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL Coin-operated games. - Only if a coin-operated game can register more than fifteen free replays and has a "trip switch" allowing games to be erased other than by reactivating the machine for additional plays is the device a prohibited gambling device; if such a game is for bona fide amusement purposes only, it is legal. However, the transfer of anything of value in exchange for a free replay on any coin operated device, whether or not the device constitutes a gambling device per se, is illegal. 1990 Op. Att'y Gen. No. 90-15 (decided prior to 1996 amendment). Video slot machine which involves no skill in the machine's operation and offers a ticket for a value of up to $5.00 in merchandise is a "gambling device". 1996 Op. Att'y Gen. No. U96-18. <h4...