New York Lottery Results

FAQS

1. Can players purchase lottery tickets online, over the phone, or by mail?

Players can subscribe to New York Lotto, Mega Millions, and Cash4Life online. You cannot, however, buy tickets over the phone or by mail.

2. How long do I have to claim my New York Lottery winnings?

All winnings must be collected within 12 months of the date of the draw.

3. How old do I have to be to play the lottery in New York?

Players must be 18 years old or older to play the New York Lottery.

4. Are taxes withheld from winnings in the New York Lottery?

Lottery winnings in New York are subject to both state and federal taxes. The New York Lottery is required to report any prize with a value of $600 or more as long as it is at least 300 times the wager.

It is also required to withhold taxes according to the regulations of the Internal Revenue Service and the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.

All winnings up to and including $5,000 are not taxed immediately. Without a Social Security Number, however, all prizes over $600 are taxed immediately. You can find more details in our Tax Information section.

5. What lottery games can I play in New York?

New York lottery players have a multitude of choices, including Mega Millions, Powerball, New York Lotto, Cash4Life, Pick 10, Take 5, Numbers (Midday, Evening), and Win 4 (Midday, Evening).

6. Can I keep my identity anonymous if I win?

No. In New York, a news event and/or public announcement are done if required by the Commission. If winners use a trust to claim their prize, the Commission will need identifying information including a valid Social Security Number for each trust beneficiary to be able to check for possible claims or offsets on the prize amount. However, the attendance of a trustee or a trust beneficiary at a news event and/or public announcement will be enough to satisfy the Commission’s publicity requirements.

7. Where do I claim my prize?

You can claim your New York Lottery winnings under $600 at an authorized retailer, or you can claim bigger prizes by mail, at a claims center, or by visiting the Lottery office.

Before claiming any big lottery prize, we strongly recommend that you consult with a lawyer or financial advisor as they can help you during the claim process.

8. Can I purchase tickets in advance?

Yes. In New York, you can purchase tickets for up to 7 consecutive draws in advance.

9. Where does the lottery money go?

Proceeds from the sale of lottery tickets go toward public education in the state.

10. What happens if I damage or lose my winning ticket?

Sign the back of your tickets as soon as you purchase them and always keep them safe, as the New York Lottery can’t be held responsible for lost or damaged tickets.

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