Can I gift a lottery ticket to my 16-year-old nephew?

Full question:

My 16 year old nephew is fond of lottery tickets. Can I gift him lottery ticket for his birthday? We live in Colorado.

  • Category: Minors
  • Subcategory: Age of Majority
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  • State: Colorado

Answer:

Yes, you can gift a lottery ticket to your 16-year-old nephew in Colorado. While the Colorado Children’s Code defines a child as someone under eighteen, and a minor as someone under twenty-one, gifting lottery tickets to minors is not prohibited.

According to Colorado Revised Statutes, it is illegal for anyone under eighteen to purchase lottery tickets, but they can receive them as gifts. Therefore, you can give your nephew a lottery ticket for his birthday without any legal issues.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

FAQs

Yes, you can give a winning lottery ticket to someone else in Colorado. The ticket can be transferred as a gift, but the recipient will need to claim the prize according to the lottery's rules. It's important to check with the Colorado Lottery for any specific requirements regarding the transfer of winnings.