If the number on the selected punch matches the flare, the player wins the specified prize.After buying a punch, a player may select and remove the punch from the opening of the punch board.The punches have specific serial numbers assigned and printed on them.A flare (face sheet) covers the openings and sets out the winning numbers or symbols and which prizes players may win.Punch boardsĪ punch board is a board with a number of openings of uniform size in which the manufacturer placed, at random, slips of paper, or other substances (punches) imprinted with numbers or symbols Visit the Washington State Legislature site to see all the rules that govern punch boards and pull-tabs (.gov). Learn more about our licensing requirements for charitable or nonprofit organizations.
If you are a bona fide charitable or nonprofit organization, you may apply to offer punch board and pull-tab games. Who can apply for a punch board or pull-tab license
