Lithuania’s Budget and Finance Committee has asked parliament to vote to change the current lottery age restriction from 16 to 18 years of age.
A draft decree has already been drawn up, which also covers lottery advertising.
Olifeja, the state-approved lottery operator in the Baltic country, will be requested to publish notifications relating to age ranges on its weekly lottery draws. It will also be required to display safe gambling warnings.
Lithuania’s lottery is under the auspices of the country’s Gaming Control Authority. Most of the funds raised are directed to the National Olympic Committee.
Tough Gambling Age Restriction Laws
Two years ago, significant changes were made to Lithuania’s gambling laws.
As a result, the country has some of the toughest age restrictions in Europe, with players needing to be at least 21 years of age before they can play in a casino.
The new age lottery restrictions will bring things in line with the current restrictions.
Current Gambling Laws in Lithuania
– The Gaming Control Authority was asked by the government to ban all licensed operators from promoting gambling incentives such as bonuses and reward programs.
– The authority has the power to block unlicensed operators and to issue large fines to operators who are not compliant with the country’s gambling laws.