The Town Clerk issues raffle permits, not the state.
See regulations here: https://www.mass.gov/guides/guidance-on-raffles
And yes, charitable raffles are thoroughly regulated because plenty of people
have used "charitable intent" as a cover for fraud. I, for one, am glad that
our Commonwealth
Does anyone know what is required for a school-related nonprofit to hold a
fundraising raffle? Do they need a permit from the State and a signature
from the Chief of Police?? That seems rather over the top ...
If the money exchanged is understood as a charitable donation, does it
change how the
