Rule 39 · TDA 2026
39: Button with Too Few Cards
Dealing Rules
TDA text 2026
A player on the button dealt too few cards should announce it immediately. Missing button cards may be replaced even after substantial action if permitted for the game type. However, if the button acts on a hand with too few cards (by check or bet), the button’s hand is dead.
Poker Tournament Directors Association
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