For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
TERMINAL OPERATOR. Any individual, partnership, corporation or limited liability company that is licensed by the State of Illinois and that owns, services and maintains video gaming terminals for placement in licensed establishments, licensed truck stop establishments, licensed fraternal establishments, or licensed veterans establishments.
VIDEO GAMING TERMINAL. Any electronic video game machine that, upon insertion of cash, electronic cards or vouchers, or any combination thereof, is available to play or simulate the play of a video game, including but not limited to video poker, line up, and blackjack, as authorized by the Illinois Gaming Board utilizing a video display and microprocessors in which the player may receive free games or credits that can be redeemed for cash. The term does not include a machine that directly dispenses coins, cash, or tokens or is for amusement purposes only.
LICENSED LOCATION. Any licensed establishment, licensed fraternal establishment, licensed veterans establishment, licensed truck stop establishment or licensed large truck stop establishment as defined by the Video Gaming Act. Additionally, the definitions enumerated in the Video Gaming Act, 230 ILCS 40/5, are adopted herein.
(Ord. 24-O-2388, passed 5-15-2024)