$20 Golden Jackpot Fast Play Update

Beginning Monday, March 28, 2022, the Hoosier Lottery will honor claims filed for winning tickets of the $20 Golden Jackpot tickets.

Players who purchased a $20 Golden Jackpot ticket should follow the directions below.

The Hoosier Lottery strives to provide fun and entertaining experiences for our players. We have been committed to provide a process for players who were impacted by the issue.

Be Aware: It is illegal to sell or transfer your lottery ticket to someone else, and may result in a Class A misdemeanor.

Claims can be made via mail or in-person at any of our three prize payment locations.

To claim a $20 Golden Jackpot Fast Play ticket by mail

1. Sign and complete the information on the back of your winning ticket 
2. Print and fill out the winner claim form  
   • Leave lines 1-6 blank 
   • Complete lines 7-19 
   • Sign and date the form on the lines indicated 
   • Please note: the claim form must be completed as directed or your claim form may be returned to you. 
3. Fill out IRS FORM 5754 (if more than one person is claiming the prize) all parties must submit a copy of their ID.
4. Make a copy of the front and back of your ticket(s) for your records.
5. Staple the original Golden Jackpot ticket and copy of your valid Government Issued Photo ID to the original (signed) claim form and mail to the address listed below. 
6. Claims will be processed in the order received and a check mailed to the address listed on the claim form.
7. Some tickets may be subject to additional questions as part of the normal claims process.
8. We suggest mailing items via UPS, FedEx or USPS Certified. The Hoosier Lottery is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets, and we do not reimburse postage charges associated with any of these services. Send all items to: Hoosier Lottery Headquarters Prize Payment Center, 1302 N. Meridian Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46202

To claim a $20 Golden Jackpot Fast Play ticket in-person

To submit a claim in person you must have the actual Fast Play ticket.  Please note that claims will not be paid the same day. 

1. You must sign and complete the information on the back of your winning ticket
2. Complete a winner claim form  
3. Submit a copy of your government issue photo ID or the original and a copy will be made for you.
4. A copy of your ticket will be made and provided to you.  Claims will be processed in the order received and a check will be mailed to you.
5. Some tickets may be subject to additional questions as part of the normal claims process.

Lost Ticket Instructions

1. If you purchased a ticket and have thrown it away, please follow the steps listed in the $20 Golden Jackpot Fast Play Lost Ticket Affidavit process listed here.  
2. A separate affidavit must be submitted for each missing ticket.   Affidavit will only be accepted at the address listed on the bottom of the form.

What if I already submitted my ticket?

If you already submitted your ticket in person or by mail, no further action is needed. These claims will be reviewed first and processed in the order received.

If you have questions or need more information regarding filing a claim, please contact Hoosier Lottery Customer Service at 1-800-955-6886.