I am a local Houston Business Owner and I want to host a Tournament witha cash prize what do I to be incompliance not Gambling

Check with - by telephoning first - the local government authorities, code enforcement, to determine if your event is one that requires notice, parking monitoring and permit. If so, you will have to go through the application process. Because you are selling an event created to make profit, you may have to have a permit, tax compliance and more.

Good luck to you. Check with a local attorney with the details after you find out the status of your event.

God bless.

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I agree with Mr Brinkmeier and only want to add that this is a very complex and specialized area of the law and you should consult with a local attorney who practices gaming law. You do not want to get this wrong.