刮出“百万大奖”的彩票竟是整蛊道具，如何“避坑”？官方提醒

Core Viewpoint - The recent statement from the National Sports General Administration's Sports Lottery Management Center highlights the emergence of counterfeit instant lottery tickets, which are actually prank props, causing significant disruption in the lottery market [1][20]. Group 1: Market Situation - Counterfeit instant lottery tickets are being openly sold on major e-commerce platforms, with various prize amounts such as 1 million, 200,000, and 10,000 yuan [3][10]. - The sales of these prank tickets are promoted on social media, with influencers showcasing their use for entertainment purposes [1][3]. - Despite sellers indicating that these are "prank only, non-redeemable" tickets, their similar appearance to real lottery tickets leads many to believe they are legitimate [8][10]. Group 2: Identification of Counterfeit Tickets - Officials from the Qinghai Provincial Sports Lottery Issuing Center have identified key differences between real and counterfeit tickets, including size discrepancies, absence of official logos, and lack of security features [7][8]. - The legitimate instant lottery tickets are made from eco-friendly materials, feature clear anti-counterfeiting designs, and include information about the issuing agency and public welfare contributions [8][10]. Group 3: Legal Implications - The sale and use of counterfeit tickets violate multiple laws, including the Lottery Management Regulations and the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China [20][21]. - Platforms and sellers of prank lottery tickets are also liable for illegal lottery sales, which could lead to more severe consequences if these tickets are sold under misleading pretenses [21][23]. - Legal experts emphasize the need for public awareness and the importance of purchasing lottery tickets only from authorized channels to avoid legal repercussions [20][23].