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This listing
is merely an interpretation
of the actual laws for each state on which we have
precise information.
For absolute protection you are encouraged to make your own
determination of how the laws of your particular state specifically apply to
your collection.
Alaska:
Ownership of any slot machine is allowed if the machine is not intended for use
in unlawful gambling.
Arizona:
Ownership of a slot machine of any vintage is permitted providing the machine is
not used for gambling.
Arkansas:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is presumed to be an antique
and are legal to possess if kept privately for non-gambling purposes. Owners
must register their machines with the Revenue Division of the Department of
Finance and Administration and a fee for a numbered decal to affix to each
machine.
California:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal as an antique,
providing two-thirds or more of the exterior metal casing components (excluding
fasteners) were manufactured in the United States. The make or date of the
internal mechanism is mot relevant for the test of legality.
Colorado:
Any machine introduced prior to January 1, 1984 is legal as an antique. Actual
date of manufacture is not part of the law. Operation of machines of any vintage
is legal in specific towns by gaming license.
Connecticut:
While gambling devices are broadly defined, slot machines are not specifically
mentioned. Gambling devices are subject to confiscation if found in a place
known or suspected to be a gambling premise (a place used for professional
gambling). Conclusion: While gambling requires consideration, gambling devices
are more broadly defined, leading to an ambiguity as to whether or not a device
that does not require consideration can be a gambling device. The possession of
a gambling device is illegal, but perhaps they may not be subject to
confiscation unless they are on gambling premises.
Delaware:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal as an antique.
District
of Columbia: Any machine manufactured prior to 1952 is legal by definition
as an antique.
Florida:
Any machine manufactured at least 20 years ago or earlier is legal as an
antique.
Georgia: Any
machine manufactured prior to January 1, 1950 and not used for gambling purposes
is legal.
Illinois: Any
machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal as an antique. Operation
of machines of any vintage is legal on riverboats by gaming license.
Iowa:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal as an antique.
Operation of machines of any vintage is legal on riverboats by gaming license.
Kansas:
Any machine manufactured prior to 1950 is legal as an antique.
Kentucky:
Slot machines of any vintage are legal provided they are not used for gambling.
Louisiana:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal. Operation of machines
of any vintage is legal on riverboats by gaming license.
Maryland:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal as an antique.
Modern slot machine gambling under specific state license and control is legal
in selected counties.
Massachusetts:
Any slot machine (mechanical, with a drum or reels containing insignia),
manufactured 30 years ago or earlier is legal. Poker machines and video gaming
devices of any age are legal for personal home use.
Michigan:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal.
Minnesota:
Private ownership of machines of any vintage is legal.
Mississippi:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal as a collectible.
Operation of machines of any vintage is legal on riverboats by gaming license.
Missouri:
Any machine over 30 years old is legal. Operation of machines of any vintage is
legal on riverboats by gaming license.
Montana:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal as an antique
but not allowed on public premises for sale or display. Ticket dispensing video
poker games are legal in licensed Montana liquor establishments under specific
state license and control.
Nebraska:
Possession alone is illegal if machine is used in unlawful gambling activity.
Nevada:
Slot machines of any vintage are legal for home use if used for amusement and
not profit. A license from the Nevada Gaming Commission is required for
commercial operation, selling, manufacture or distribution, whether by
individual collector or licensed dealer. Individuals may sell up to two machines
per year upon filing Application 14.330 with the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
The form is available from the Board or from Mead Publishing Company for a small
fee.
New
Hampshire: Any machine 25 years old or older is legal.
New
Jersey: Any machine 30 years old or older is legal.
New
Mexico: Ownership of a slot machine of any vintage is permitted
providing the machine is not used for gambling purposes. Transfer of a machine
is a crime if it will knowingly be used for gambling.
New
York: Any machine manufactured prior to 1950 is legal.
North
Carolina: Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal.
North
Dakota: Any Machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal.
Ohio:
Slot machines of any vintage are legal if not acquired, possessed, controlled or
operated for profit.
Oklahoma:
Any machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is legal.
Oregon: Any machine
manufactured prior to 1958 is legal.
Pennsylvania:
Any machine manufactured prior to 1941 is legal.
Rhode Island: Ownership of any slot machine is allowed if
the machine is not intended for use in unlawful gambling.
South Dakota: Any machine manufactured prior to 1941 is legal.
Texas: Slot machines of any vintage may be legal possessions as
long as not used for gambling purposes. Private place (clubs) may offer slot
machines and other forms of gambling for their guests, providing no person
receives any economic benefit other than personal winnings and that except for
the advantage of skill or luck, the risks of losing and the chances of winning
are the same for all participants (guests). The new law (September 1,
1994) is strangely worded, so beware.
Utah: Possession alone is not an offense. Collectors may own slot
machines provided the machines are not used for gambling.
Vermont: Any slot machine manufactured prior to 1954 is legal.
Virginia: Slot machines of any vintage may be legal possessions as
long as not used for gambling purposes.
Washington: Any slot machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier
is legal.
West Virginia: Slot machines of any vintage may be legal possessions
as long as not used for gambling purposes.
Wyoming: Any slot machine manufactured 25 years ago or earlier is
legal.
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