Registered bookmaker obligations
A registered bookmaker has certain obligations, including:
- prohibiting employment of a person convicted of a "relevant offence" in the last 10 years. (section 4.5A.17 of the Gambling Regulation Act 2003 [the Act]).
A relevant offence is:
- an offence against a gaming act, regulations, or Racing Act 1958
- a fraud offence
- dishonesty punishable by imprisonment for three months or more
- a criminal offence (or an offence that would be criminal if committed in Victoria).
Registered bookmakers must also follow directions approved by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (the VGCCC) under section 10.4A.4 of the Act:
The directions specify changes in the situation of a gambling industry participant that require written notice be given to the Commission within 14 days after the change takes place.
In addition, changes in the situation of a Nominee or Associate of a registered corporate bookmaker also require written notice to the Commission within 14 days after the change takes place:
Code of Conduct
A code of conduct must:
- be put in place by relevant persons
- meet standards and requirements
- must include the contents set out in Ministerial Direction: Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct.
For more information, visit Code of conduct and standards.
If you wish to adopt a model Code of Conduct, view the Statement of adoption form.
If you do not wish to adopt a model Code of Conduct, you must:
- provide the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) with a copy of your own Code of Conduct.
This can be emailed to the VGCCC at contact@vgccc.vic.gov.au.
*Note: If you amend your Code of Conduct, a copy must be provided to the VGCCC.
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