Please be advised that the Commission, on July 25, 2013, approved an extension of all remote caller bingo licenses and work permits and all manufacturer, distributor and vendor licenses through December 31, 2013. NOTICE RE: EXTENSION OF REMOTE CALLER BINGO LICENSES AND WORK PERMITS Any questions or concerns relating to the playing of 'traditional' bingo or the operation of bingo halls should be directed to one of those agencies, depending on the location of the particular bingo hall (city or county).
In many local jurisdictions, the enforcement and oversight of 'traditional' bingo is assigned to the local law enforcement agencies (sheriff's offices and police departments). Generally, regulation at the local level is through city or county municipal codes or ordinances. According to the California Constitution (Article IV, Section 19) and section 326.5 of the California Penal Code, the regulation of bingo is the responsibility of local jurisdictions, such as cities and counties. NOTE: The California Gambling Control Commission (Commission) is not responsible for regulating the play of 'traditional' bingo.
