N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69E-1.28S
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 19, October 7, 2024
Section 13:69E-1.28S - New Jersey First submissions and approvals(a) Any written request for approval of electronic gaming equipment that is received by the Division prior to or simultaneously with all other gaming jurisdictions or independent testing laboratories shall be considered a "New Jersey First" submission.(b) Manufacturers are required to ensure the Division receives a complete submission including a written request which identifies the submission as qualifying for the New Jersey First provision. A complete submission shall include the necessary equipment, documentation required to test a fully operational product, and a list of specific functionalities requested for approval when applicable.(c) The Division shall give preference and priority to all New Jersey First submissions. If the Division has not completed its review within 14 days of receiving a New Jersey First submission, and it has not identified an issue that might negatively impact fairness or overall integrity, the Division will issue a field trial approval on or before the 14th day. Parameters for field trials will be specified by the Division.(d) Slot machines which are field tested as part of a New Jersey First submission shall have a notice conspicuously affixed to the front of the machine identifying it as a slot machine undergoing a field trial. The notice shall state the following: "In an effort to offer the newest and most exciting games to Atlantic City patrons, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (NJDGE) may field test certain slot machines that meet specific regulatory criteria. This slot machine is one such game and it is currently undergoing a field trial test. Should you experience any problems or have any concerns regarding this machine, please contact the NJDGE using the patron complaint hotline located on the casino floor."
(e) Games that are field tested as part of a New Jersey First submission in conjunction with an approved Internet gaming system shall provide conspicuous notice, similar to what is required in (d) above, to all patrons in a manner approved by the Division.(f) Upon the completion of the specified trial period, the Division will: 1. Issue an approval letter which allows the above mentioned notice to be removed;2. Issue a revocation at which time the product being field tested may no longer be used; or3. Extend the trial period in order to permit the manufacturer to make minor modifications to the product. N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69E-1.28S
Amended by 50 N.J.R. 622(a), effective 1/16/2018