Can you have poker at a sweet sixteen legally?

Question

im having a sweet sixteen and most of my friends will be 15/16.

is it legal to play poker if you're gambling fake money?

Answer 1

Sure just use monopoly money and have fun!

Happy birthday!

Answer 2

yep. you can also use real money if you want, as long as prizes are given instead of cash, and 100% of what is played is returned to the players in some form, either lump sum or prize.

Answer 3

playing poker with pokerchips or matchsticks as long as money doesn't change hands it is legal

Answer 4

can i come it sounds fun (seriously)