@neanderthalsnavel Just did a quick search:
> Raffles of personal property (generally defined as all property other than real estate) are usually governed at the county level in Maryland.
My county is listed as "Does not issue permits for raffles".
I'll keep digging to make sure government goons aren't going to come and kidnap me if I do an online raffle to raise funds for the site.
Thanks for the inspiration :)