Plain-Language Summary

This law grants the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services broad authority to oversee and regulate charitable gaming activities. It includes supervising organizations, enforcing laws, inspecting premises, and demanding records to ensure compliance with regulations. The Department also designates law enforcement officers to assist in enforcement efforts.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Department has the authority to supervise, enforce laws, inspect premises, and ensure compliance with charitable gaming regulations.

Yes, the Department and law enforcement officers can enter and inspect any premises involved in charitable gaming for enforcement and compliance purposes.

The Department can compel the production of books, documents, records, and electronic data related to charitable gaming activities.

Yes, sworn law enforcement officers are designated to assist the Department in enforcing charitable gaming laws and regulations.