Can You Buy Lotto Tickets on Day of Drawing

What is Twice Daily Draws?

Three Lotto games have two drawings a day—Pick 3, Pick 4, and All or Nothing.

• The two daily draws are called MIDDAY and EVENING.
• For all three games, the MIDDAY draw takes place at 1:30 p.m. and the EVENING draw takes place at 9:00 p.m.
• Players can choose to play MIDDAY, EVENING, or BOTH draws each day.
• Prizes, odds of winning, and how to play Pick 3, Pick 4, and All or Nothing remain the same. The games and how to play them have not  changed

For all details, visit wilottery.com/TwiceDailyDraws

Do I have to pay taxes on my winnings?

• Yes. All prize winnings are subject to federal and state income tax withholding.
• State tax of 7.65% is automatically taken out for payouts $2,000 or more.
• Payouts $5,001 or more have state tax of 7.65% and federal tax of 24% automatically withheld.

How are winning tickets distributed?

Wisconsin Lottery winning tickets are distributed randomly. We have no control over who wins or where the winner is from. Areas in Wisconsin with higher populations tend to have more retailers. These areas may also have more sales and more winners. Since winners are chosen randomly, a city or area may have many winners in a short time frame. Other times, a city or area may go a long period of time without big winners.

View winners on the Big Winners webpage.

How do I check to see if I owe state debt?

• Call the state debt collection number: (608) 266-7879.

How are the Wisconsin Lottery drawings conducted?

• All Wisconsin Lottery games are drawn using a Random Number Generator (RNG).
• A RNG is a machine with the sole purpose of picking random numbers. It is not connected to any outside line or to the Lottery gaming system.

Why does it seem like all the winners are coming from a specific area of the state?

• Wisconsin Lottery winning tickets are distributed randomly. We have no control over who wins or where the winner is from.

• Areas in Wisconsin with higher populations tend to have more retailers. These areas may also have more sales and more winners.

• Since winners are chosen randomly, a city or area may have many winners in a short time frame. Other times, a city or area may go a long period of time without big winners.

• View winners on the Big Winners webpage.

Where can I buy Wisconsin Lottery Tickets?

• Visit Where to Buy for a listing of Wisconsin Lottery Retailers.

How can I protect myself against Lottery scams?

• The Wisconsin Lottery does not know who winners are until they claim prizes.
• If you have not entered a giveawy and drawing you receive a call, email, or letter saying you are a winner, this could be a scam.
• Do not give out your personal or confidential information to someone claiming to be from a government agency.
• Call the Wisconsin Lottery at (608) 261-4916 with questions.
• More consumer protection information can be found on the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection website.

What is Super 2nd Chance?

• A weekly drawing where 10 people are selected to win $1,000 on non-winning ticket(s).
• For more information, visit the Super 2nd Chance page.

Can I still collect winnings with an expired ticket?

• No. By law, an expired ticket cannot be validated so it cannot be paid.

How long do I have to claim a winning ticket?

• Lotto tickets expire 180 days after the official draw date.
• A list of expired Instant tickets, or those expiring soon, are found here, under the Availability heading. Check the box to see a full list of expired or expiring games.

How long does it take to receive payment on a mailed in ticket?

• It may take up to four weeks for the complete process.
• We process tickets as soon as they are received.
• We are not responsible for the United States Postal Service.

Is it safe to mail in a winning Lottery ticket?

• It is at your discretion to mail a winning Lottery ticket in to be redeemed.
• Send the signed ticket and a completed claim form to Prizes PO BOX 777 Madison, WI 53774
• Using certified or registered mail is suggested. Retain a personal copy of both sides of the ticket and claim form.

If the overall odds on a ticket are 1:10, why didn't I win when I bought ten tickets?

• The odds are calculated by taking the total number of tickets printed divided by the total number of prizes available.
• The prizes' location in the game are random.
• A string of ten tickets may not produce a winner, but another string of ten tickets may produce several winners.

How do I enter Super 2nd Chance?

Collect at least $5 worth of eligible non-winning instant and/or lotto tickets for which the prize claim period has not expired. Lotto tickets are valid for 180 days from the draw date.

Vist How to Enter Super 2nd Chance for all details.

How do I know if my ticket is expired?

• Lotto tickets expire 180 days after the official draw date.
• A list of expired Instant tickets, or those expiring soon, are found here, under the Availability heading. Check the box to see a full list of expired or expiring games.

Why are the number of top prizes for instant games different between the Features and Procedures and what is posted on the page?

The Features and Procedures include the number of top prizes, however this is just an estimate, as it is created before the actual tickets are printed. Frequently, the number of top prizes printed is more than what was estimated, and that is why we list the total number of top prizes and the top prizes remaining on our website. The top prizes remaining are updated on the website weekly, and represent the actual number of top prizes that are in the game.

Please note that the odds of the game are always equal to or better than what is printed on the ticket back.

How many entries do you receive for Super 2nd Chance?

• We receive approximated 50,000 entries each week.
• Odds of winning a Super 2nd Chance prize are dependent on the number of entries received.

Where do I find Wisconsin Lottery winning numbers?

Do I have to fill out the back of all the tickets in the envelope?

At least one of the non-winning tickets should be completed with the player's name, address, and phone number.

What phone number can I call to get the winning numbers from the previous day?

• Call our player hotline at (608) 266-7777.

Do I have to sign each of the tickets in the envelope?

We recommend you sign your tickets as soon as you purchase them. But, no, you do not need to sign every ticket for Super 2nd Chance.

My ticket looks like a winner to me, but when it is scanned it comes up as non-winning.

Give us a call at (608) 261-4916. We can play the game with you or, arrange to have you send in a photo so we can help you figure it out.

Can I mail in all my entries in one big envelope?

• No, the envelope can be no larger than 4.5 inches by 9.5 inches shall constitute a single entry regardless how many tickets or envelopes are enclosed.
• The envelope is what is drawn, therefore each envelope is one entry.

Can I use a mailing label on the tickets?

Yes, mailing labels are acceptable.

Can I send in expired tickets?

• No.
• Tickets eligible for Super 2nd Chance are non-winning instant or lotto ticket(s), in which the prize claim period has not expired.
• Lotto tickets expire 180 days after the official draw date.
• A list of expired Instant tickets, or those expiring soon, are found here, under the Availability heading. Check the box to see a full list of expired or expiring games.

When my ticket is scanned it says "TICKET NOT ACTIVATED. SEE RETAILER." What does this mean?

• A pack needs to be activated by the retailer who sold the ticket before that ticket can be paid out.
• Call us at (608) 267-4804 to get the pack activated.

Where can I find past winning numbers?

Can I drop off my entries at the office?

• No.
• Entries must be mailed to:
  Super 2nd Chance
  PO Box 77006
  Madison, WI 53707-1006

Can a ticket over $5 be split for multiple entries?

• No, tickets cannot be split.
• They are void if stolen, unissued, mutilated, altered, unreadable, counterfeit, defective, multiply printed, or fail validation tests.

Where are the Lottery offices located?

• Madison Lottery Office is located at:
  • Department of Revenue
    2135 Rimrock Rd
    Madison, WI 53713
    
• Milwaukee Lottery Office is located at:
  • State Office Building
    819 N 6th St 4th Floor
    Milwaukee, WI 53203

Information for claiming a prize.

What is the legal age to purchase Wisconsin Lottery Tickets?

• You may purchase tickets if you are 18 years or older.

What is the difference between Cash Option and Annuity?

• Cash option:
  For every dollar spent on a jackpot lotto game, a certain percentage is placed immediately into a cash pool. When you win the jackpot and choose the cash option, you will get the entire amount in the cash pool, minus taxes.
• Annuity:
  When you win the jackpot and choose the annuity option, the cash pool is used to buy government bonds that pay out over a 25-year period for Megabucks or over a 30-year period for Powerball and Mega Millions. You will receive a payment every year until the full annuity amount is paid out. Taxes are withheld from each payment. It is similar to how a savings bond works. A $100 savings bond costs the purchaser only $50 today. If the holder of the bond waits until maturity, the bond is then worth the entire $100.

Note:After presenting the winning ticket you have 60 days to decide on cash option or annuity. After 60 days have passed, if you have not made a decision, the payment automatically becomes an annuity.

Does Twice Daily Draws double the cost to play?

Twice daily draws does NOT double the cost to play but you do have to pay for each drawing. When you buy a ticket, you select which draws to play in (MIDDAY, EVENING, or BOTH) and you pay for each drawing you selected. For example, if you play 1 set of numbers in All or Nothing and select BOTH (MIDDAY and EVENING draw), your total ticket price is $4–which is $2 for 1 play in 2 drawings. You could also choose to play 1 set of numbers in just the All or Nothing Evening draw or just the All or Nothing MIDDAY draw. Then your total ticket price is $2.

For all details, visit wilottery.com/TwiceDailyDraws

What happens to tickets that are lost, stolen, or printed in error?

• Only an original ticket (not a copy) can be validated and paid.
• We recommend signing your tickets as soon as you purchase them. Wisconsin Lottery tickets are bearer instruments; whoever signs the back of the ticket is considered the rightful owner.
• A Wisconsin Lottery ticket cannot be voided; once printed there is no way to cancel it.

With Twice Daily Draws, will my ticket automatically apply to BOTH drawings now?

No, not automatically. When you buy a ticket, you do have to select which draws to play in (MIDDAY, EVENING, or BOTH) and you do have to pay for each drawing you selected. For example, if you play 1 set of numbers in All or Nothing and select BOTH Midday and Evening draw, your total ticket price is $4–because it is $2 per play so, for two drawings (MIDDAY and EVENING) your total would be $4.

For all details, visit wilottery.com/TwiceDailyDraws

Is there sales tax on Wisconsin Lottery tickets?

No. There is no additional sales tax added to the cost of a ticket when purchasing a Wisconsin Lottery ticket. Example: A $10 ticket costs a player exactly $10.

Can I buy Wisconsin Lottery Tickets using a credit card?

• No. You cannot use your credit card to purchase lottery tickets.
• By law, lottery tickets may only be purchased with cash.

I received a phone call I believe is a scam. What should I do?

• If you suspect your phone call is a scam, call Consumer Protection at (800) 422-7128.
• Or, to file a complaint, click on FTC Complaint Assistant.

How can I check a ticket myself?

• You can check your ticket at any Wisconsin Lottery Retailer at the self-checker.
• The self-checker will show if your ticket is a winning or non-winning ticket.

If I choose quick pick for MIDDAY and EVENING drawings, do I get the same set of numbers for each draw?

Yes. If you buy one set of numbers and select BOTH, the ticket will show one set of numbers and then list each specific draw (2 draws total) that set of numbers is eligible for. If you buy 2 sets of numbers and select BOTH, the ticket will show two sets of numbers and still list only 2 draws underneath.

For all details, visit wilottery.com/TwiceDailyDraws

What is the cutoff time for buying a ticket?

Pick 3, Pick 4, and All or Nothing drawings are held every day after 1:30 p.m. for MIDDAY draws and after 9:00 p.m. for EVENING draws. Tickets must be purchased before 1:30 p.m. to be included in that day's MIDDAY draw and before 9:00 p.m. to be included in that day's EVENING draw.

Can I win the Wisconsin Lottery if I am from out of state?

• Yes, if you purchased a Wisconsin lottery ticket you can still claim your prize.
• Visit How to Claim a Prize for more info.

Can I buy tickets online, by mail, or through a subscription?

• No. You may only purchase Wisconsin Lottery tickets at a Wisconsin Lottery retailer.

Where can I find the payouts for each game?

• For Scratch games, click the Features and Procedures links on our website for each game.
• For Lotto games, download the brochure with all game information, including payouts, from our website or get a brochure from your local retailer.

Are the drawings broadcast live?

No. However, Powerball and Mega Millions are broadcast over satellite, so many Wisconsin stations can broadcast the drawings. Wisconsin stations are not contractually obligated to show them, therefore, which stations air them and when and how they choose to do so is at the station's discretion.

All other Wisconsin Lottery games are drawn using a Random Number Generator (RNG). An RNG is a machine with the sole purpose of picking random numbers. It is not connected to any outside line or to the Lottery gaming system. These drawings are not televised. However, videotapes of the drawings are available for public review for 180 days following the drawing. Results from these drawings are also available on our website, through many local newspapers, at retailers, and by calling our 24-hour player hotline at (608) 266-7777.

Are most lotto tickets quick picks or personally selected?

• 70-80% of people purchase Powerball, Mega Millions, Megabucks, Badger 5 and SuperCash! as quick picks and likewise, the same percent are winning tickets.
• 70-80% of people purchase Pick 3 and Pick 4 by selecting their own numbers and likewise, the same percent are winning tickets.

Where can I find the game number on an instant scratch ticket?

On the back of any instant scratch ticket, the game number is the first three or four numbers in the string of numbers located immediately above the long barcode (usually found at the bottom of the ticket back).

Why can't a retailer pay prizes under $599?

• It is up to the retailer's discretion how much they'd like to pay out a winning ticket.
• Many retailers do not keep enough cash on hand to pay out large winners. This may be due to security reasons.
• Visit How to Claim a Prize for more info.

How do I collect a ticket worth $600 or more?

• Winning tickets $600 to $199,999 may be claimed at the Madison or Milwaukee Lottery Office or by mail.
• Winning tickets of $200,000 or more must be claimed in person at the Madison Lottery Office.
• Visit How to Claim a Prize for more information.

Can a winner remain anonymous?

• No. Wisconsin has an "open records law."
• Most information that state government produces or controls is available to any organization or person requesting it. Only information "in the public's interest" may be released by a government agency.
• The lottery, upon request, must release the name and city of the winner. Any other information about the winner will be released only with the winner's consent. Likewise, it is the winner's choice if they would like to speak to the media.

What identification is required for claiming a prize?

• Driver's license (current), State identification card, or Passport.
• Social Security Number (physical card is not required).

Do I need a Social Security number in order to claim a Wisconsin Lottery win?

You do not need to provide a Social Security number (SSN) when cashing a prize up to $599.  To claim a prize $600 or higher, you will need to provide one of the following: a SSN, an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), or a completed IRS Form W-8BEN.

Note: Only provide personal information when you are filling out a claim form or when you come to the validations office to claim a prize. Do not provide your personal or confidential information to someone who calls claiming to be from a lottery or a government agency as that may be a scam.

How many advanced draws can I play on each game?

• Powerball, Mega Millions, and Megabucks can be played 8 consecutive draws in advance.
• Badger 5, SuperCash! can be played 7 consecutive draws in advance.
• All or Nothing, Pick 3, and Pick 4 can be played up to 7 draws for MIDDAY, up to 7 draws for EVENING, or up to 14 draws for BOTH (7 MIDDAY and 7 EVENING) in advance.

What happens to unclaimed prizes?

• The value of unclaimed prizes is credited to the Wisconsin Lottery property tax relief fund.

How does the Megabucks jackpot work?

• For every Megabucks ticket sold, a percentage of that $1 is placed into a jackpot prize pool.
• The more tickets sold, the higher the cash option.
• With Megabucks, the lottery automatically funds a starting cash option of $400,000 and an annuity of $1 million.

In some cases, the Megabucks annuity jackpot may stay the same or decrease. The annuity jackpot, funded by the cash pool available to purchase government bonds, can vary if there are changes in the overall financial markets or the U.S. government's bond rating. These changes can make it much more expensive to buy these long-term securities. So, even as the cash jackpot continues to grow, the estimated annuity jackpot may remain the same or decrease from one drawing to the next.

What happens to the remaining annuity payments if a winner dies before the payments are completed?

• Upon the death of a prize winner, any prize money that has not been paid shall be paid to the prize winner's estate. (Wis. Stats. 565.30 (1).)

What is 10 Buck Luck?

A fast and easy way to play all of Wisconsin's Lotto games for
one price!

For $10, a player will receive a quick pick ticket for eight Lotto games for their next drawing.

Tickets (wagers) include:

• $2 Powerball
• $2 Mega Millions
• $2 All or Nothing
• $1 Megabucks
• $1 SuperCash!
• $1 Badger 5
• $.50 Pick 4 (Box play)
• $.50 Pick 3 (Box play)

Can I redeem a multi-draw ticket that has remaining draws?

• Yes, you can redeem a multi-draw ticket that has remaining draws.
• You will receive payment for your winnings.
• You will also receive an exchange ticket for the remaining draws on your original ticket.

How does more than one person claim a winning ticket?

• Sign the Lottery ticket with one person's signature.
• Multiple winners for a single ticket are required to get a court order for prize payment.
• The ticket must be submitted to the Madison Lottery Office.
• Read more in the Multiple Winner Checklist.

Who should sign my office pool ticket?

• Sign the Lottery ticket with one person's signature.
• Multiple winners for a single ticket are required to get a court order for prize payment.
• The ticket must be submitted to the Madison Lottery Office.
• Read more in the Multiple Winner Checklist.

What is the Major Jackpot Level?

• The current Major Jackpot Level is $150,000,000.
• The Major Jackpot Level is the level above which Powerball drawings will no longer include a Power Play of 10X.

Can I redeem a winning ticket at the touchscreen Lottery vending machines?

Winning tickets up to $100 can be redeemed as credits to purchase other Lottery tickets at the touchscreen vending machines. No actual cash is dispensed by the machine.

Can I redeem a winning ticket at the taller Lottery vending machines that have plastic buttons instead of touchscreens?

No, the option to redeem your winnings as credits is only available on the shorter, touchscreen vending machines.

What do I do with a ticket that I redeemed on a vending machine?

The ticket is considered redeemed and can be thrown away. We recommend tearing the ticket in half so others know it has been redeemed.

Can I use redeemed tickets to enter the Super 2nd Chance Drawing?

No, they cannot be used for entry into the drawing. Only non-winning, non-expired tickets are eligible for the Super 2nd Chance Drawing.

Can You Buy Lotto Tickets on Day of Drawing

Source: http://wilottery.com/about/faqs

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