Penal Code section 322

Every person who aids or assists, either by printing, writing, advertising, publishing, or otherwise in setting up, managing, or drawing any lottery, or in selling or disposing of any ticket, chance, or share therein, is guilty of a misdemeanor.

Source: Section 322, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=322. (accessed Jun. 26, 2026).

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§ 322's source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/penal_code_section_322

Original Source: Section 322, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=322. (last accessed May 12, 2025).