N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69F-2A.11

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

Section 13:69F-2A.11 - Splitting pairs

(a) Whenever the initial two cards in either or both hands dealt to a player are identical in value, or the two cards in either hand of a player who has completed a switch pursuant to 13:69F-2A.7 are identical in value, the player may elect to split the hand into two separate hands, provided that the player makes a wager on the second hand so formed in an amount equal to the original wager.

(b) When a player splits pairs, the dealer shall deal a card to and complete the player's decisions with respect to the first incomplete hand on the dealer's left before proceeding to deal any cards to any other hand.

(c) After a second card is dealt to a split pair, the dealer shall announce the point total of such hand and the player shall indicate a decision to stand, draw or double down with respect thereto except that:

1. A player may not split pairs again if the second card so dealt is identical in value to a card of the split pair; and

2. A player splitting aces shall only have one card dealt to each ace and may not elect to receive additional cards.

(d) If the dealer obtains blackjack after a player splits pairs, the dealer shall only collect the amount of the original wager of such player and shall not collect the additional amount wagered in splitting pairs.

(e) Notwithstanding the provisions of (c)1 above, a casino licensee may, in its discretion, permit a player to split pairs up to three times. If a casino licensee elects to offer the option of splitting pairs more than once, it may, at its discretion, prohibit a player from splitting a pair of aces more than once (a total of two hands) if notice is provided. All other requirements of this section shall apply to each hand which is formed as a result of splitting pairs more than once.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69F-2A.11