Virginia Man Wins $500,000 Grand Prize, Celebrates with Dogs!

A man from Virginia, Alfred “Leon” Law, won a grand prize of $500,000 from a Cash is King scratch-off ticket he purchased at Glade Hill Minute Market. When Law scratched off the $20 and saw he won the grand prize, he couldn’t keep his composure. “I don’t normally jump up and down and holler about anything,” Law said. “I just kept looking at it.

Law claimed his prize at Virginia Lottery headquarters and told officials he plans to help his family. “I like to see people happy,” he shared. After winning, he decided to celebrate with his dogs. It’s always heartwarming to see such joyous moments shared with our furry friends! 🐶

What is the Cash is King scratch-off ticket?

The “Cash is King” is a scratch-off lottery ticket game. Here’s how it works:

• The ticket price is $30.
• Players match any of their numbers to any one or more of the 5 winning numbers to win the prize shown for that number.
• If players reveal a “pot of gold” symbol, they win 5 times the prize shown for that symbol.
• If players reveal a “four leaf clover” symbol, they win 10 times the prize shown for that symbol.
• If players reveal a “diamond” symbol, they win all 40 prizes automatically.

The odds of winning are 1 in 2.93. The game has a score of 75, making it a better than average scratch-off. There are several prizes, including a grand prize of $2,000,000. As of the last update on November 19, 2023, there was 1 grand prize remaining.

Please note that the availability of prizes can change rapidly as tickets are sold and prizes are claimed.

How can I check if my lottery ticket is a winner?

There are several ways to check if your lottery ticket is a winner:

1. Scan your ticket: Use the self-serve ticket scanners at any authorized lottery retailer or use the lottery’s free mobile app. In some places, you can scan the barcode underneath the scratch-off surface to verify it is a winning ticket using the State Lottery app or terminals located in many places tickets are sold.
2. Check online: Enter your numbers and a date range on the lottery’s website to see if those numbers have been drawn and won a prize. Some lotteries also provide draw results on their websites.
3. Ask a retailer: Ask your retailer to check your ticket through the lottery terminal. The retailer will put your LOTTO ticket through the machine. Check the Customer Display Screen. This screen should be facing you and will show you in large characters the amount of your prize, or if you have not won a prize.
4. Contact customer service: Contact the lottery customer service to find out the status of your winning ticket claim and when you will receive your check.

Please note that all tickets should be verified by a lottery retailer or at a lottery office to determine if they are entitled to a prize.

How can I claim my prize if I win a lottery ticket?

If you win a lottery ticket, here are the steps you can take to claim your prize:

1. Sign your ticket: The first thing you should do is sign the back of your ticket⁴. This is important because no one keeps track of who owns lottery tickets. All you have to do to claim a prize is to show identification that matches the signature on the back⁴.
2. Check the claim process: The process of claiming lottery winnings depends on the amount, the location, and the method of playing the lottery¹. For small prizes, you may be able to visit a licensed retailer or receive an email from the website. For larger prizes, you may have to fill out a claim form, present a valid government ID, and mail or visit the lottery headquarters¹.
3. Claim your prize: Depending on the prize amount, you could claim your prize at retail, at a Claim Center, by mail, or via an e-Claim⁵. Some lottery prizes may require a declaration form or a waiting period¹.
4. Check the claim deadline: Every jurisdiction that sells lottery tickets has its own rules regarding when you have to claim your prize⁴. The prize value can also affect how much time you have; jackpot winners sometimes have longer than winners of other prizes⁴.
5. Report your winnings: You should always report your lottery winnings on your tax return¹.

Remember, all tickets should be verified by a lottery retailer or at a lottery office to determine if they are entitled to a prize⁴. Please check the official lottery website for the specific guidelines and rules for your lottery game¹.

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