#702 License to Shpil II
Thanks again Rabbi Bartfeld.
Q. One more follow-up question, if I may.
You said that "Moreover, even if he suspects that they may not be licensed, he may still purchase a ticket." However, instead of "suspecting", what if one actually knows? I.e. If one knows for certain that the Moisad did not obtain a lottery license, may one still purchase a ticket for that lottery?
Thank you and Hatzlocha.
Horav Shlomo Miller’s Shlit"a opinion is that even if you actually know that the institution is unlicensed for lottery operation, although not recommended, you may still buy a ticket. The reason is that the license is there for the consumer’s protection, a benefit that the buyer may refuse. (Additionally, the act itself may not prohibit the consumer from buying the ticket).
Rabbi A. Bartfeld as revised By Horav Shlomo Miller Shlit"a
Answered by: Hagaon Rav Shlomo Miller Shlit'a
Published: January 8, 2015