§ 10-137. Enticements or inducements to play bingo.

It shall be unlawful for a charitable organization, authorized organization or associational group or organization or a member or volunteer of a charitable organization, authorized organization, or associational group or organization, or a person assisting in the conduct of bingo, to give, offer or distribute any service or thing of value including a tip to encourage or entice participation in the play of any bingo game.

(1)

Food or nonalcoholic beverages to be consumed on the premises furnished without cost to the players or sold for a price by concessionaires, by the lessor of the premises or by the charitable organization, authorized organization or associational group or organization are exempt from this prohibition.

(2)

The prohibition set out herein shall not include free games set forth on any programs as long as all players may participate.

(Ord. No. 95-25, § 27, 5-25-95)