Jan 12 2009
The Arizona Lottery has been going strong for over 25 years, and continues to improve based on prize payouts as well as financial support for the retailers involved and the state agencies that depend on funding from the proceeds.
In 2008 fiscal year, total sales were a record $472 million. More than $144.5 million was paid out in winnings during the year.
Where does the money generated by the Arizona Lottery go?
By law, at least 50% must be paid out in prizes. The Arizona Lottery funds a wide variety of public projects and programs, including transportation, health care, parks, education, arts, wildlife and historic preservation all over Arizona. Lottery retailers earned $31.1 million in commissions, and Lottery players collected almost $263 million in prizes. In 2008 Arizona's General Fund received over $144.5 million.How old do you have to be to buy an Arizona lottery ticket?
You must be at least 21 years old to participate in the Arizona Lottery.Where can I buy Arizona lottery tickets?
You can only buy Arizona lottery tickets at a participating Arizona Lottery retailer. Legitimate Arizona lottery tickets can not be purchased over the phone, by mail or on the Internet.I won!
If you won a prize up to $599 any Arizona Lottery retailer can redeem the ticket for you. If you won $600 or more, you must complete a claim form and submit it either in person or by mail to the Arizona Lottery office.If I win the Arizona Lottery do I have to pay taxes?
Yes, lottery winnings are taxable, and the Arizona Lottery may report winnings, depending on the amount.If I have a winning Arizona Lottery Ticket, how long do I have to redeem it?
Scratchers: up to 180 days from the announced game ending dateThe Powerball, The Pick, Pick 5, and Pick 3: 180 days
