Australian Capital Territory Numbered Acts Australian Capital Territory Numbered Acts(1) A licensed provider who has reason to believe that the result of an authorised game has been affected by an illegal activity or malfunction of equipment may withhold a prize in the game.
(2) If a licensed provider withholds a prize under subsection (1), he or she—
(a) shall immediately inform the Commissioner of the circumstances of the incident; and
(b) shall not conduct a further game if a recurrence of the illegality or malfunction is likely.
(3) After investigating the incident, the Commissioner may, by written notice to the licensed provider—
(a) direct the licensed provider to pay the prize; or
(b) confirm the licensed provider's decision to withhold the prize.
(4) A licensed provider who is directed to withhold a prize under paragraph (3) (b) shall refund the amounts wagered in the game.
(5) A licensed provider shall comply with a direction under paragraph (3) (a).