Overview
A coin-operated mechanical amusement device is any machine which, upon the insertion of a coin, token, or slug, operates or may be operated by the public for use as a game, entertainment, or amusement. It contains no automatic payoff device. This includes pinball machines, music machines, coin-operated television units, motion picture machines, and amusement rides (except amusement rides used at carnivals). If you have questions, contact DSI at 651-266-8989, or email the DSI Message Center.
Code Requirements
See Chapter 318 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about Mechanical Amusement Devices.
Application Requirements
You must submit the following:
- DSI Class R License Application
- Listing of machine type (i.e., pool table, video game, pinball machine, rides, juke box) and their locations
- Required fee for each machine
Inspections
This license requires inspection approvals from Licensing. For more information, call 651-266-8989.
Fees
See Fee Table for current License fees.
Expiration/Renewal
A Mechanical Amusement Device License expires one year from date of issue and may be renewed annually.