Iowa Administrative Code

10.14(1) Issuance. a. Pursuant to Iowa Code subsection 17A.13(1), the division shall issue an agency subpoena to a party on request unless otherwise excluded pursuant to this rule. A request for a subpoena shall be in writing. The request may be made in person or by mail, facsimi…

10.15(1) No technical form is required for motions. Prehearing motions, however, must be written, state the grounds for relief and state the relief sought. Any motion for summary judgment shall be filed in compliance with the requirements of Iowa Rules of Civil Procedure. 10.15(2…

10.16(1) Set by division. The division may commence a contested case proceeding by issuing a notice of hearing that sets a prehearing conference to provide parties an opportunity to be heard on the selection of a date and time for the hearing on the merits and any other matters s…

the ALJ or to the division if an ALJ has not been assigned. 10.17(1) A written application for continuance shall: a. Be made before the hearing; b. State the specific reasons for the request; and c. Be signed by the requesting party or their representative. 10.17(2) If the ALJ wa…

action may withdraw prior to the hearing only in accordance with agency rules. Requests for withdrawal may be oral or written. If oral, the ALJ may require the party to submit a written request after the oral request. Unless otherwise provided, a withdrawal shall be with prejudic…

10.19(1) Motion. A motion for leave to intervene shall be served on all parties and shall state the grounds for the proposed intervention, the position and interest of the proposed intervenor, and the possible impact of intervention on the proceeding. A proposed answer or petitio…

4.1(34). For good cause, the administrative law judge may extend or shorten the time to take any action, except as provided otherwise by rule or law. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code sections 10A.801(7) and 17A.22. [ARC 3523C, IAB 12/20/17, effective 1/24/18; ARC 3524…

10.20(1) When an ALJ has been appointed as the presiding officer in a contested case, the ALJ may: a. Rule on motions; b. Preside at the hearing; c. Require the parties to submit briefs; d. Issue a proposed decision; and e. Issue orders and rulings to ensure the orderly conduct o…

10.21(1) The ALJ shall rule on admissibility of evidence in accordance with Iowa Code section 17A.14 and may take official notice of facts pursuant to Iowa Code subsection 17A.14(4). 10.21(2) Stipulation of facts is encouraged. The ALJ may make a decision based on stipulated fact…

10.22(1) If a party fails to appear in a contested case proceeding after proper service of notice, the ALJ may, if no adjournment is granted, proceed with the hearing and make a decision in the absence of the party. 10.22(2) Where appropriate and not contrary to law, any party ma…

10.23(1) Ex parte communication is prohibited as provided in Iowa Code section 17A.17. Parties or their representatives and ALJs shall not communicate directly or indirectly in connection with any issue of fact or law in a contested case except upon notice and an opportunity for …

10.24(1) Proposed decisions. The ALJ shall issue a proposed decision which includes findings of fact and conclusions of law stated separately. The decision shall be based on the record of the contested case. The record in a contested case shall include all materials specified in …

division to determine the availability of an ALJ. The board shall determine the time and place of hearing. At the request of the board, an ALJ shall assist in the conduct of a contested case. 10.26(1) The ALJ may rule on preliminary matters, including motions, and conduct prehear…

or a printed transcript of the hearing when a record of the hearing is requested. The cost of providing the recording or preparing the transcript shall be paid by the requesting party. Parties who request that a hearing be recorded by certified shorthand reporters shall bear the …

effective 1/24/18. See 481—Chapter 15. These rules are intended to implement Iowa Code sections 10A.104, 10A.202, 17A.10 to 17A.17, 17A.19, 17A.22, 272C.1 and 272C.6. [Filed emergency 7/1/86—published 7/16/86, effective 7/1/86] [Filed 2/6/87, Notice 10/8/86—published 2/25/87, eff…

to the agency with subject matter jurisdiction. That agency shall determine whether to initiate a contested case proceeding. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 10A.801(7). [ARC 3523C, IAB 12/20/17, effective 1/24/18]

10.4(1) In every proceeding filed with the division, the agency shall complete a transmittal form. The following information is required: a. The name of the transmitting agency; b. The name, address and telephone number of the contact person in the transmitting agency; c. The nam…

10.5(1) Responsibility for issuance of notice of hearing and the manner of service shall be resolved by agreement between the division and the transmitting agency. 10.5(2) Notices of hearing shall contain the information required by Iowa Code subsection 17A.12(2) and any addition…

waive any provision of this chapter pursuant to Iowa Code section 17A.10. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 10A.801(7). [ARC 3523C, IAB 12/20/17, effective 1/24/18]

telephone conference call pursuant to a notice of hearing or an order of the ALJ. The division shall determine the location of the parties and witnesses in telephone hearings. The convenience of the witnesses or parties, as well as the nature of the case, shall be considered when…

criteria: 10.8(1) Agency hearings. The division shall promptly schedule hearings. The availability of an administrative law judge and any special circumstances shall be considered. 10.8(2) Board hearings. Boards are requested to consult with the division prior to scheduling heari…

10.9(1) An administrative law judge shall withdraw from contested cases for lack of impartiality or other legally sufficient cause including, but not limited to, cases where: a. The ALJ has a personal bias or prejudice concerning a party, or personal knowledge of disputed evident…

specifically defined in 481—Chapters 101 through 106, the following definitions apply to all social and charitable gambling rules: “Bingo supplies and equipment” means a machine, display board, monitor, card, bingo paper, or any other implement or provision used in the conduct of…

100.10(1) A copy of the rules for a raffle shall be available upon request and include the following: a. Methods of awarding a prize; b. Prices to play, including discounts; and c. Whether a sufficient number of entries must be sold in order for the raffle to occur, or if an alte…

100.11(1) Amusement concession licensees. The maximum prize limit for games of skill and games of chance is $950 in merchandise. 100.11(2) QOs. The following table provides prize limits for types of gambling conducted by QOs. Type of gambling Prize limits Games of skill and games…

licenses issued under Iowa Code chapter 99B. Other than during a game night, games in the following list are unlawful: 1. Punchboard, 2. Pushcard, 3. Craps, 4. Chuck-a-luck, 5. Roulette, 6. Klondike, 7. Blackjack, 8. Baccarat, 9. Equality, or 10. Three-card monte. [ARC 0014D, IAB…

requirements apply. 100.13(1) Disbursement journal. Records of expenses and dedicated and distributed money are as follows: a. The date of expenditure, the name of the payee, a description of the purpose of payment, the amount of payment, and the method of payment. b. The purpose…

100.14(1) A report will be submitted even if no gambling activity occurred during the reporting period. 100.14(2) Reports may be completed online by visiting dial.iowa.gov and clicking on the link for “Social and Charitable Gambling.” A paper version of the annual gambling report…

accordance with procedures set out in 481—Chapter 10 and Iowa Code chapter 17A. When an appeal is received, the status of the license is governed by the following. 100.15(1) Denial of untimely or insufficient renewal application. If a renewal application is not timely or sufficie…

100.16(1) Timing. The license must be in effect before promotions for the raffle can begin. The gambling event begins when the first entry is sold and ends when winning numbers are drawn. If an organization obtains a temporary license to conduct a raffle, the entirety of the raff…

100.17(1) Proof of expense. No expense item shall be allowed without a proper receipt, paid invoice, or canceled check or be paid from an outside source. The burden of proof is on the licensee to show that all expenses were incurred exclusively and directly as a result of the gam…

100.18(1) Examples. The following examples illustrate methods to determine net receipts, allowable expenses, and the amount requested to be dedicated and distributed. a. Example 1. When sales tax is not included in gross receipts, sales tax need not be deducted to arrive at net r…

electronic raffle systems. Requirements are set forth in Iowa Code section 99B.32. 100.19(1) Reserved. 100.19(2) Application. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of Iowa Code chapter 99B, administrative rules of the department, and other applicable state or federal l…

that shall be prominently displayed at the gambling location. 100.2(1) Types of gambling licenses—QOs. A QO may apply for the six following license types, each of which permits the activities listed. A QO with a one-year or two-year license may apply for a very large raffle licen…

holder shall meet the following requirements: 100.20(1) Products will be manufactured and sold by an Iowa-licensed manufacturer or distributor. 100.20(2) Products will be supplies and equipment used in connection with the game of bingo as defined in Iowa Code section 99B.1. The f…

the following requirements apply to electronic raffles: 100.21(1) Reserved. 100.21(2) All entries will be included in the drawing. 100.21(3) The sale of raffle entries and the drawing of the winning entry will take place within the same calendar day. [ARC 0014D, IAB 1/21/26, effe…

chapter 99B, the following standards apply to gambling licenses. 100.3(1) Applications. Applications may be completed online by visiting dial.iowa.gov and clicking on the link for “Social and Charitable Gambling.” A paper application may be requested from the Social and Charitabl…

Code chapter 99B is not honored for payment by the bank on which the check is drafted, the department will notify the applicant of the need to provide sufficient payment before the license will be issued. An additional fee of $25 will be assessed for each dishonored check. [ARC 0…

shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding payment card processing and the protection of personal information. [ARC 0014D, IAB 1/21/26, effective 2/25/26]

of skill, game of chance, or raffle may participate in the game or raffle. An individual “conducts” a raffle if the individual directly participates in the mechanism of selection of the prize, such as drawing the winning entry. An individual “conducts” a game of skill or game of …

shall be posted on a sign near the front of the playing area in large, easily readable print or made available electronically at each player’s location before the player forfeits money to play the game and include: 1. The name and mailing address of the licensee; 2. Prices to pla…

and a license is issued in accordance with 481—Chapter 100. 101.1(1) A gambling license is required for each amusement concession game, with the name and description of the game attached to the application. 101.1(2) The person conducting an amusement concession, for the purposes …

[ARC 0015D, IAB 1/21/26, effective 2/25/26] These rules are intended to implement Iowa Code section 99B.31. [Filed 12/10/76, Notice 10/6/76—published 12/29/76, effective 2/2/77] [Filed 8/28/81, Notice 7/22/81—published 9/16/81, effective 10/21/81] [Filed 10/22/82, Notice 9/15/82—…

481—100.1(99B), the following definitions apply to all qualified organizations where bingo is played: “Cash” means any legal tender of the United States. “Category” means the name given to a particular type of playing face to distinguish one from another. “Playing face” means the…

under Iowa law. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 725.12. [ARC 9152C, IAB 4/30/25, effective 6/4/25]

meet the following criteria: 103.11(1) Equipment will be owned by the licensed organization or borrowed from another qualified organization. Use of equipment for which the licensed organization pays consideration directly or indirectly under the guise of a service charge is not a…