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How 2nd Chance Works

Entering is easy! Just follow these simple steps to submit your 2nd Chance codes.

Step 1

SuperLotto Plus: Buy a ticket. Use the 2nd Chance code on your ticket to enter 2nd Chance draws. You get 1 entry for every $1 you spend.

Scratchers: Buy a ticket. If it isn’t an instant winner, use the 2nd Chance code on your ticket to enter 2nd Chance draws. You get 1 entry for every $1 you spend.

Fantasy 5: Buy a ticket for $5 or more. Use the 2nd Chance code on your ticket to enter 2nd Chance draws. You get a code for every $5 you spend.

Step 2

Sign into My Account or register for a Lottery account. There are two ways to submit the 2nd Chance code on your SuperLotto Plus, non-winning Scratchers, or $5 or more Fantasy 5 ticket. (1) When you are logged into your account from a laptop or desktop, you can enter your 2nd Chance codes manually. See below images for where you'll find your 2nd Chance codes. (2) For a fast and easy way to play, you can also submit your ticket using the California Lottery Official Mobile App by scanning the barcode on the front of your tickets. 

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Scratchers 2nd Chance code on ticket
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Fantasy 5 2nd Chance code on ticket.
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 Step 3

Know the draw times. 2nd Chance draws take place every week after the entry deadline at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday. Entries submitted after 11:59 p.m. will be entered into the following week’s draw.

Step 4

Submit up to 500 codes each month. Each code is a draw entry that’s automatically placed into all applicable draws at least once. There are two types of draws: weekly draws for each game program, and additional Lottery promotional draws.

 Step 5

Keep track of your submissions on your Lottery account. You can view and sort your 2nd Chance code submissions by date and draw, and see how many draws each of your submissions is entered into. View My Submissions.

Step 6

Use any of these ways to see if you’re a 2nd Chance winner:

2nd Chance Official Rules


Prizes

SuperLotto Plus 2nd Chance Weekly Pool Draws

  • Five $15,000 winners

Scratchers 2nd Chance Weekly Pool Draws

  • Two $25,000 winners
  • Five $5,000 winners
  • Twenty-five $1,000 winners

Fantasy 5 – 2nd Chance Weekly Pool Draws

  • Three $10,000 winners
  • Twelve $1,000 winners

You can only win 1 prize in each drawing.

How to Enter

You need to sign into your verified My Account or register for a Lottery account to submit a code. You can enter up to 500 total codes for 2nd Chance drawings each month. Each non-winning Scratchers, eligible SLP and $5 or more Fantasy 5 – 2nd Chance code you enter is a submission, and ones that offer multiple entries only count as 1 submission. Entry deadlines and details on the Lottery website are subject to change.

Drawings

Drawings take place weekly according to Lottery regulations and procedures. In case a selected entry is ineligible or invalid, 5 alternate winners are chosen in every drawing. Each entry is only eligible for 1 drawing. All timely entries are eligible for at least one 2nd Chance drawing: a weekly pool draw for the specified program. Certain Scratchers, SuperLotto Plus and Fantasy 5 tickets may also have additional promotional drawings that you will be automatically entered into at the time of code entry. In no event will Scratchers 2nd Chance entries be accepted or valid after 180 days from the end-of-game date for the specific Scratchers. In no event will SuperLotto Plus 2nd Chance and Fantasy 5 – 2nd Chance codes be accepted or valid after 180 days from the date of purchase. 

Winner Selection and Notification

The Lottery will randomly select winners from each drawing’s eligible entries and post them on the Results & Winners page. The Lottery will notify each winner by e-mail to login into My Account for “important information.” 

Eligibility and Participation

You must be 18 or older and meet the eligibility requirements at the time of the drawing to participate in 2nd Chance drawings. You must register on the Lottery website with a valid California address. In addition, you must have an active 2nd Chance account at the time of the drawing to be eligible to win. An active 2nd Chance account is one that a user can log into and has not been closed, deleted, or submitted for closure/deletion. Submissions must be entered within California. You must provide your full legal name when you register for 2nd Chance to be eligible for prizes. If your name changes due to marriage or for any other reason, you must change it on the Lottery’s registration page before the drawing to be eligible for a prize. You must submit a 2nd Chance Claim Form (PDF) to receive your prize. 2nd Chance is not open to certain Lottery vendors or employees, their agents and family members who live in the same household.

Odds

Your odds of winning vary depending on the total number of entries received and the total number of entries each player submits.

Additional Terms

You are responsible for complying with these official 2nd Chance rules, along with state and federal laws and Lottery regulations. Proof of your age, eligibility and identity must be furnished upon request. You agree that the Lottery can use your name, photo, likeness and hometown for advertising and publicity purposes, without compensation. You are responsible for all taxes if you win. By participating in 2nd Chance and/or accepting any prize or promotional award, you agree to release and hold harmless the Lottery and our commissioners, employees, agents and officers from any claim, demand, judgment, award and/or any liability of any kind. The Lottery has the right to modify or end the 2nd Chance program at any time. In the event of a conflict, these official rules supersede any applicable general rules or advertisements of the Lottery.

Information Collection and Terms of Service
To protect your privacy, the Lottery limits and protects the personal information we collect and maintain. To learn more about our information collection, use and access, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
How can I check to see what Lottery 2nd Chance codes I’ve entered?
Every time you submit a 2nd Chance code, it appears on your “My Submissions” page. All your entries will be there, so it’s easy to check them against the 2nd Chance codes you have.
How do I collect my 2nd Chance prize?
After you sign in to your account, you’ll see your prize and a link to a 2nd Chance Winner Claim Form (PDF). You’ll be asked to download, complete and mail the claim form to:
California State Lottery
Attn: 2nd Chance Promotion
700 North 10th Street MS: 2–2
Sacramento, CA 95811-0336
How do I update my email address or other personal information?
Just sign in and go to “My Profile.” After you update your information, simply hit “Save.” If you update your email address, the Lottery will send you a verification email. If you don’t see it in your inbox, check your junk/spam folder. Add us to your safe senders list so this doesn’t happen in the future.
How do I enter a 2nd Chance code?
Sign into My Account or register for a Lottery account. There are two ways to submit the 2nd Chance code on your SuperLotto Plus, non-winning Scratchers, or $5 or more Fantasy 5 ticket. (1) When you are logged into your account from a laptop or desktop, you can enter your 2nd Chance codes manually. See below images for where you'll find your 2nd Chance codes. (2) For a fast and easy way to play, you can also submit your ticket using the California Lottery Official Mobile App by scanning the barcode on the front of your tickets. 
How does 2nd Chance work for SuperLotto Plus® and Fantasy 5?

Every SuperLotto Plus ticket has a 2nd Chance code that grants 1 entry for each $1 spent into the weekly SuperLotto Plus 2nd Chance drawings. There are 5 prizes, and the more money you play, the more entries you get. For example, if you play $5 on a single ticket, your 2nd Chance code will be good for 5 draw entries.

Every $5 Fantasy 5 ticket has a 2nd Chance code for 1 entry into the weekly Fantasy 5 – 2nd Chance drawing. There are 15 prizes, and the more money you play, the more entries you get. For example, if you play $15 on a single ticket, your 2nd Chance code will award 3 draw entries.
How long will it take to get my 2nd Chance prize?
Allow 8 weeks to receive your prize. If you have any questions, just call the Lottery’s Customer Service Department at 1-800-LOTTERY (1-800-568-8379), Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and we’ll be happy to help you.
How will I know how many 2nd Chance codes I’ve entered?
Your Lottery account shows you, in real time, how many 2nd Chance codes you’ve entered that month. The system won’t let you submit more than 500 2nd Chance codes a month.
How will I know if I’m a Lottery winner?
If you win, you’ll be notified by email to sign into your Lottery account for “important information.” When you log in, you’ll be notified about your prize and a link to a 2nd Chance Winner Claim Form.
I signed up for a Lottery account, so why can’t I enter 2nd Chance draws?
Only verified accounts that have confirmed their email can submit codes. To activate your verified account, the Lottery needs to confirm your email address. Just find the Lottery verification email in your inbox and follow the simple instructions.
If I enter a 2nd Chance code eligible for 2 different draws, does it count as 2 of my 500 monthly entries?
No. It only counts as 1 of your 500 monthly submissions for 2nd Chance. Each code you enter just counts as 1 submission.
Is it OK to throw away my 2nd Chance codes after I enter them into the drawing?
We recommend keeping your 2nd Chance codes until the draw is over, just in case there’s a question about one of them. Throwing your 2nd Chance codes away doesn’t disqualify you from drawings, and you don’t need your original ticket to claim your prize, but you’re ultimately responsible for the 2nd Chance codes you’ve submitted.
My Lottery verification email isn’t in my inbox. Now what?
If you don’t see your Lottery verification email, check your junk/spam folder. Add us to your safe senders list so this doesn’t happen in the future.
What are my odds of winning 2nd Chance?
Your odds of winning depend on the total number of entries, the number of entries you’ve submitted and the number of prizes awarded for each draw.
What happens if I submit my 2nd Chance code after the deadline?
If you submit your 2nd Chance code after the entry deadline at 11:59 p.m. Saturday, it will automatically be entered into the following week’s draw. Your entry is only good for one weekly draw.
What is a verified account?

To ensure the integrity of your account, the Lottery uses age/identity verification technology to validate your information. To participate in registered player benefits like 2nd Chance and Jackpot Captain and confirm your eligibility to win a promotional or 2nd Chance prize, players must provide the following information:

  • Full legal name (first and last name)
  • Valid California street address (including city, state and zip code)
  • Date of birth (to ensure you’re 18 or older and can legally play the Lottery)

It is the Lottery’s policy to limit the collection of personal information and protect the personal information we collect and maintain.
What is an active 2nd Chance account?
An active 2nd Chance account is one that a user can log into and has not been closed, deleted, or submitted for closure/deletion.
What happens to my entries if I delete my 2nd Chance account?
Any submissions into pending draws will no longer be eligible to win because the account is no longer active.   
How can I suspend or delete my Lottery account?

You have two options: Suspend your account, or delete your account.

  • Suspend - Your account will be suspended, but your profile information will be retained – so you can reactivate your account whenever you wish.
  • Delete - All your information will be removed from our database. Your active 2nd Chance draw submissions will also be deleted. When you want to come back to the Lottery, you will need to create a new account.

Sign in, go to "My Profile," select “Edit My Profile” button, then select the link for “Suspend/Delete My Account." Follow the options for suspending or deleting your account.

Note that if you delete your account while you have active 2nd Chance entries, your entries will be deleted along with all your other account information.
How can I reactivate my Lottery account?

If you suspended your Lottery account and would like to reactivate it, simply go to the “Sign In” page and enter the email address and password associated with your Lottery account, then follow the prompts.

Note that if you deleted your account, all of your account information was deleted. You will need to create a new Lottery account.
What is the Lottery's 2nd Chance Program?
The 2nd Chance Program is another way for you to win cash prizes for SuperLotto Plus®, Fantasy 5 and non-winning Scratchers® by submitting your 2nd Chance codes into weekly pool draws and, if applicable, promotional draws.
When are the weekly 2nd Chance drawings?
2nd Chance winners are selected in a weekly random drawing. The entry deadline is at 11:59 p.m. every Saturday, and Draws are held within 5 business days of the deadline.
When does my non-winning Scratchers® 2nd Chance code expire?
It expires 180 days after the game’s official end date. To get information about when Scratchers end and the final 2nd Chance submission dates, go to the End of Scratchers Game Tab on the Scratchers Page.