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Slot machines, gaming devices

  • Service description

    Service description

    The installation of gaming machines and slot machines with the possibility of winning requires a permit(Section 33c (1) GewO).


    It must be ensured that no children or adolescents play games (with the possibility of winning) in an unauthorized manner. For this purpose, it must be possible for the innkeeper or a person authorized by him to view the machine from the bar counter. (Confirmation of installation location or confirmation of suitability)


    Prerequisites

    • personal reliability (there must be no grounds for prohibition under the GewO)
    • Confirmation of location: The installation site must be clearly visible to the restaurant staff at all times

    Installation only possible in restaurants and amusement arcades.
    Who should I contact?
    • Municipal administration
    • Municipal administration
    • City administration
    Applications / Forms
    • Application with details of the applicant (including personal details) and, if applicable, the installation site
    • Vending machine license (§33c para. 1 GewO)
    • Further application documents
      • Certificate of good conduct
      • Extract from the central trade register
      • Clearance certificate from the tax office
      • Confirmation of installation site (§33c para. 3 GewO)

  • Legal basis

    Legal basis

    Trade regulations


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