Paraíba lottery warns shops over unauthorised instant lottery machines
Paraíba’s state lottery, Lotep, warned businesses and the public about unauthorised instant lottery machines found across the state, some bearing counterfeit certificates. Lotep said only four companies hold valid authorisations for the format and warned that venues hosting illegal machines could face fines, equipment seizure and closure.
Retailers risk fines, seizure of equipment and closure if they host unauthorised lottery machines.