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Video Recording of Sessions

Digital video surveillance system required

A digital video surveillance system is required when conducting a paddlewheel game with a paddlewheel table. If the digital video surveillance system at a paddlewheel table is not operating properly and providing a clear, unobstructed view of the table and wheel, the paddlewheel table must be closed. 

The digital video surveillance system must meet the following specifications: 

  1. record at the same time the operator, paddlewheel table rail to rail and a picture of the wheel pointer and number of the paddlewheel table; 
  2. must not have an audio recorder; 
  3. record real date and time of activity in a location on the video that does not obscure the paddlewheel table or the wheel pointer; 
  4. allow for immediate verification of the value of chips, placement and payment of bets, the pointer, the winning number on the paddlewheel, and drop box slot; 
  5. show the identification number of the paddlewheel table when an organization conducts more than one paddlewheel table; 
  6. record in color and be capable of variable focus; 
  7. have sufficient clarity to distinguish the numbers on the table and the denominations of chips and bills; 
  8. record at a rate of at least 30 frames per second; and 
  9. be programmable with a seven-day memory backup. 

Specific information regarding the video surveillance system is provided at the special training class conducted by the Gambling Control Board. Additional requirements may apply to new and upgraded video surveillance systems. Contact the Gambling Control Board to ensure your system meets all current requirements.


Digital Video Recording of Initial Operation Must be Submitted

Within 14 calendar days of the initial operation or within 14 days of switching the DVR system of a paddlewheel table, an organization must send a video recording of at least one day’s activity to the Board. 

The Board will review the recording to verify that an organization is complying with rule requirements. If the Board determines the recording does not meet rule requirements or does not receive a recording, the organization will be advised to make corrections before resuming paddlewheel activity.


Surveillance System Access and Operation

Only a gambling manager or authorized organization member/employee may: 

  • start and stop the DVR system from the time a table is open for the day to the closing of the table; 
  • access an organization’s DVR system and recordings. 

Keep the system locked and inaccessible to the paddlewheel table operator and cashier.


Weekly Reviews

On a weekly basis, an authorized person must review at a minimum one day’s activity per table. A log must be kept showing who conducted the review and when it was conducted.


Digital Video Recordings Kept for 90 Days

The recordings must be kept in a safe and secure storage place for 90 days. The recordings may not be accessible to the paddlewheel table operator or cashier.

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