Interactive Gambling Act 1998
124Power to withhold prize in certain cases
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124 Power to withhold prize in certain cases (1) A licensed provider who has reason to believe that the result of an authorised game has been affected by an illegal activity or malfunction of equipment may withhold a prize in the game.
Approval and use of regulated interactive gambling equipment Division 7.13 (2) If a licensed provider withholds a prize under subsection (1), the provider— (a) must immediately inform the commission of the circumstances of the incident; and (b) must not conduct a further game if a recurrence of the illegality or malfunction is likely. (3) After investigating the incident, the commission may, by written notice to the licensed provider— (a) direct the licensed provider to pay the prize; or (b) confirm the licensed provider’s decision to withhold the prize. (4) A licensed provider who is directed to withhold a prize under subsection (3) (b) must refund the amounts wagered in the game. (5) A licensed provider must comply with a direction under subsection (3) (a). Division 7.13 Approval and use of regulated interactive gambling equipment