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What is California Daily 4?
California Daily 4 is a draw game where you try to pick four numbers between 0 and 9 that match the winning numbers drawn to win a cash prize. You can also select Quick Pick and the random number generator will choose the numbers for you.
Each CA Daily 4 ticket is $1 and drawings are held Mondays through Sundays. California State Lottery results are available immediately after each drawing.
What are CA Daily 4 Draw Times?
Sales cut-off time is 6:30 pm PT. Draw time is immediately after the draw entry close.
| Draw Times | |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 6:30 pm PT |
| Monday | 6:30 pm PT |
| Tuesday | 6:30 pm PT |
| Wednesday | 6:30 pm PT |
| Thursday | 6:30 pm PT |
| Friday | 6:30 pm PT |
| Saturday | 6:30 pm PT |
How do I Play CA Daily 4?
- PICK YOUR NUMBERS:
Ask for a Quick Pick and let the lottery terminal select the numbers for you, or choose four numbers between 0 and 9.
- BUY YOUR TICKET:
Pick one of three different play types: Straight, Box, or Straight/Box. Daily 4 tickets cost $1 per play.
- PLAY MULTIPLE DRAWINGS:
You can play your numbers for up to 14 consecutive drawing dates on the same ticket. Just tell the cashier at the time of your purchase or mark the Advance Play box on your selection slip.
What are the California Daily 4 Play Types?
STRAIGHT: Match the winning numbers in exact order to win.
BOX: Match the winning numbers in any order to win.
BOX 6-WAY: All three of the numbers you select must be different. Your numbers can match the winning numbers in any order to win.
STRAIGHT/BOX: Match the winning numbers in exact order and win 1/2 the Straight prize and 1/2 the Box prize, or match the winning numbers in any order and win 1/2 the Box prize only.
What Can I Win Playing Daily 4?
| Play Type | Odds | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| Straight (Exact) | 1 in 10,000 | Straight Prize |
| Box (4 Different Numbers) | 1 in 417 | Box Prize |
| Box (2 Like Numbers) | 1 in 833 | Box Prize |
| Box (2 Sets of Like Numbers) | 1 in 1,667 | Box Prize |
| Box (3 Like Numbers) | 1 in 2,500 | Box Prize |
| Straight/Box (4 Diff Numbers) | 1 in 417 | Exact: 1/2 straight & 1/2 Box Prizes / Any Order: 1/2 Box Only |
| Straight/Box (2 Like Numbers) | 1 in 833 | Exact: 1/2 straight & 1/2 Box Prizes / Any Order: 1/2 Box Only |
| Straight/Box (2 Sets of Like Numbers) | 1 in 1,667 | Exact: 1/2 straight & 1/2 Box Prizes / Any Order: 1/2 Box Only |
| Straight/Box (3 Like Numbers) | 1 in 2,500 | Exact: 1/2 straight & 1/2 Box Prizes / Any Order: 1/2 Box Only |
CA Daily 4 FAQs
A: Your $1 Straight/Box wager is divided equally between Straight and Box playstyles. You can win by matching your 4 numbers in an exact order (Straight wager), or matching all 4 winning numbers in any order (Box wager).
For example, if you play 1-2-3-4 for Straight/Box and those numbers win, you’ll win both wagers. If the Straight prize is $1,500 and the Box prize is $600, you’ll win half the Straight prize – $750, plus half the Box prize – $300, for a total of $1,050.
Q: How is the Daily 4 drawing done?
A: An Automated Draw Machine, a state-of-the-art computer, draws the winning numbers.
Q: Where and when can I play Daily 4?
A: You’ll find Daily 4 at all Lottery retailers. Draws take place every day, and your entry must be made before 6:30 p.m. to be eligible for that day’s draw.
Q: What is an Automated Draw Machine?
A: An Automated Draw Machine is a computer that isn’t connected to any other system. In fact, any type of tampering is impossible because the hard drive can’t be opened without breaking a numbered security seal and the programs that generate random numbers can’t be altered.
The Lottery has 2 Automated Draw Machines for daily draws, plus a back-up machine in case there’s an emergency. A randomized, unpredictable draw chooses which machine, and which randomized drawing method (mathematical algorithm or Random Number Generator) will be used. The numbers selected from either method are unpredictable and selected in an unbiased manner.
Q: How do I claim my Daily 4 prize?
A: Collect your prize of up to $599 at any participating Lottery retail location. Collect prizes over $599 at any Lottery District Office or by mail.
Q: How long do I have to claim my Daily 4 prize?
A: You have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim your prize.
Q: Can a prize for a ticket I bought in California be claimed in another state?
A: No. Your winning ticket must be redeemed in the state where it was purchased.
Sources: California Lottery Website (Daily 4)
