OH HB7

Authorizes the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation to investigate violations of section 2915.02 of the Revised Code related to gambling law alongside drug abuse and illegal drug distribution investigations.

Expands the definition of "scheme of chance" to include electronic devices that reveal game results when valuable consideration is paid, with nine specific criteria defining when valuable consideration is deemed paid (such as less than 50% of goods/services being used, more than 50% of prizes revealed through electronic devices, or payout exceeding 20% of gross revenue).

Defines "sweepstakes terminal device" as electronic machines used in sweepstakes that use simulated games, predetermined prize pools, or software-determined outcomes, and prohibits such devices from awarding cash prizes or merchandise prizes exceeding $10 in wholesale value per entry.

Requires persons conducting sweepstakes with sweepstakes terminal devices to obtain an annual certificate of registration from the attorney general for $200 and file monthly reports for $50, or obtain a certificate of compliance for $250 if meeting specific conditions (two devices maximum, less than 3% prize payout, semiannual reporting).

Establishes filing fees directed to the charitable law fund and allocates revenue to enforce Chapter 2915 gambling laws; creates penalties for violations including misdemeanor or felony charges depending on prior convictions and specific reporting failures.