Retailer Contract Provisions

PURPOSE: This rule establishes certain provisions that may be included, but are not required, in retailer contracts. (1) In addition to any contractual provisions unique to a retailer, retailer contracts may provide the following provisions: (A) A discount commission of a percentage set by the director of tickets sold by the retailer; (B) An installation fee and a weekly communications fee as may be established by the director; (C) If the retailer has purchased a business where a terminal has previously been installed, reconnection fees may be charged as may be established by the director; (D) Requirements that the retailer— 1. Sell all games as required by the lottery; 2. Furnish players with proper claim forms provided by the lottery; 3. Provide winning numbers; 4. Attend training provided by the lottery; 5. Allow only trained personnel to operate terminals; 6. Report malfunctions as soon as practicable; and 7. Prominently display point-of-sale and other game-related materials and equipment; and (E) Retailer liability for negligent or intentional damage to or loss of lottery or vendor equipment. AUTHORITY: section 313.220, RSMo 2016.* Original rule filed Dec. 27, 2017, effective June 30, 2018. Amended: Filed Dec. 5, 2018, effective June 30, 2019. *Original authority: 313.220, RSMo 1985, amended 1988, 1993, 1995, 2003.