U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

Regulations most recently checked for updates: Dec 16, 2025

§ 139.40 - Gambling.

(a) General rule. Any person on Federal property is prohibited from—

(1) Participating in games for money or other personal property;

(2) Operating gambling devices;

(3) Conducting a lottery or pool; or

(4) Selling or purchasing gambling tickets.

(b) Exceptions. This section is not intended to prohibit:

(1) Vending or exchange of chances by licensed blind operators of vending facilities for any lottery set forth in a State law and authorized by section 2(a)(5) of the Randolph-Sheppard Act (20 U.S.C. 107 et seq.); and

(2) Prize drawings for personal property at otherwise permitted functions on Federal property, provided that the game or drawing does not constitute gambling per se.