N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69E-1.39

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 19, October 7, 2024

Section 13:69E-1.39 - Progressive gaming device standards

(a) A progressive gaming device means one or more slot machines, bonusing systems, multiplayer systems, or table games which offers one or more progressive awards that automatically increase in value based upon a set rate of progression and are awarded after a player achieves a disclosed specific game outcome.

(b) Progressive devices may be designed to limit or cap a progressive award provided the limit is disclosed to the patron.

(c) Slot machines and multiplayer systems with a progressive feature shall immediately lock up to restrict further play whenever a progressive jackpot greater than $ 1,199.99 has been awarded. The slot machine or multiplayer system shall remain locked until the jackpot has been verified and cleared by the licensee.

(d) Progressive gaming devices shall be designed with a mechanism to display and communicate the winning amount to the patron and the casino licensee when a progressive award has been won.

(e) Progressive gaming devices shall be designed with one or more progressive display meters which:

1. Communicate the value of each achievable progressive jackpot award;

2. Are readily available to and easily discernable by the patron; and

3. Shall not be reduced unless the reduction is the result of a progressive win or is otherwise authorized by Division rules.

(f) The following must be readily available on demand for inspection and audit:

1. The current progressive amount;

2. The contribution rate;

3. The reset amount; and

4. Any other meter required to reconcile the progressive display meter.

(g) Progressive gaming devices shall contain a secure mechanism to reset the progressive display meter to the appropriate reset amount following an award.

(h) Progressive gaming devices shall be designed with a method to adjust mandatory progressive meters when necessary.

(i) Progressive gaming devices shall be equipped with security features which prevent unauthorized changes to progressive parameter settings, meters, reset switch and software.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69E-1.39