Class A vs. Class B COAMs in Georgia

The legal difference is whether points carry over: a Class B machine lets a player accrue points and carry them to later plays, and a Class A machine doesn't. Class B machines also face tighter limits, a higher fee and a central accounting system.

By Justin Gilmore Last reviewed: November 5, 2026 2 min read

What is a Class A machine?

A coin operated amusement machine that isn't Class B and doesn't let a player carry points from one play to the next (O.C.G.A. § 50-27-70). The Georgia Lottery's examples include kiddie rides, skeeball, claw machines, pinball, typical arcade games, pool tables that take coins or bills, and jukeboxes (GLC guide).

What is a Class B machine?

One that lets a successful player accrue points and carry them over to later plays, within the prize rules in state law (O.C.G.A. § 50-27-70). The Georgia Lottery describes them as line-up or match-up video games requiring some skill where the points carry over (GLC FY2026 financial statements). See what Class B machines are.

How do the rules compare?

From the July 2026 prize notice, the GLC FAQ and the GLC guide.

Rule	Class A	Class B
Points carry over	No	Yes
Prizes since July 1, 2026	Replays and gift cards	Replays, lottery products and gift cards
Limit per location, state law	No state limit	Nine, or fewer under a local ordinance
Annual location fee per machine	$25	$125
Central Accounting System	Not required	Required

Can one location have both?

Yes. A business with both classes must apply for a Class B license (GLC guide). Class A rules still apply to the Class A machines.

Why does this site cover Class B?

Because that's what we do. We introduce Georgia businesses to operators that hold a Class B Master License. If you're only looking for a jukebox or a claw machine, a local amusement vendor is the better call. If you're considering Class B, start with the 2026 rules and the location license steps.