Here’s a thought we hope you’ll keep with you as you’re shopping for gifts in the next few weeks.
Lottery tickets are popular as presents and stocking stuffers, and here at the Iowa Lottery, we want you to have fun while you're playing. But we also recognize that our tickets may not be something you want to give to those underage.
The same concept applies to other products as well. Some video games and movies aren’t appropriate for all ages due to their content. Alcohol and tobacco-related products have their own age restrictions. Even toys come with age-recommendation guidelines.
In Iowa, you have to be at least 21 years old to buy lottery tickets, and we’ve always identified our products as something for adults. Remember, you are gambling when you play the lottery.
The Iowa Lottery offers these reminders to minimize the risks associated with youth gambling:
• Be sure to give youngsters age-appropriate gifts.
• When you give lottery tickets as presents, please keep the person's age in mind.
And as always, if you or someone you know has questions about problem gambling, know that help is available 24/7 by text, live chat or telephone through the Your Life Iowa website or the 1-800-BETS OFF helpline. In addition, there are quick tips on the lottery website to help you play smart and be informed.
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