(a) Any
written request for approval of electronic gaming equipment that is received by
the Division prior to or simultaneously with all other gaming jurisdictions or
independent testing laboratories shall be considered a "New Jersey First"
submission.
(b) Manufacturers are
required to ensure the Division receives a complete submission including a
written request which identifies the submission as qualifying for the New
Jersey First provision. A complete submission shall include the necessary
equipment, documentation required to test a fully operational product, and a
list of specific functionalities requested for approval when
applicable.
(c) The Division shall
give preference and priority to all New Jersey First submissions. If the
Division has not completed its review within 14 days of receiving a New Jersey
First submission, and it has not identified an issue that might negatively
impact fairness or overall integrity, the Division will issue a field trial
approval on or before the 14th day. Parameters for field trials will be
specified by the Division.
(d) Slot
machines which are field tested as part of a New Jersey First submission shall
have a notice conspicuously affixed to the front of the machine identifying it
as a slot machine undergoing a field trial. The notice shall state the
following:
"In an effort to offer the newest and most exciting games to
Atlantic City patrons, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (NJDGE)
may field test certain slot machines that meet specific regulatory criteria.
This slot machine is one such game and it is currently undergoing a field trial
test. Should you experience any problems or have any concerns regarding this
machine, please contact the NJDGE using the patron complaint hotline located on
the casino floor."
(e)
Games that are field tested as part of a New Jersey First submission in
conjunction with an approved Internet gaming system shall provide conspicuous
notice, similar to what is required in (d) above, to all patrons in a manner
approved by the Division.
(f) Upon
the completion of the specified trial period, the Division will:
1. Issue an approval letter which allows the
above mentioned notice to be removed;
2. Issue a revocation at which time the
product being field tested may no longer be used; or
3. Extend the trial period in order to permit
the manufacturer to make minor modifications to the product.
