A misdeal in card games is an error by the dealer which calls for a re-deal and/or a penalty.[1] The rules for a misdeal and penalty vary according to the game. A misdeal is sometimes called by miscounting, or when two cards stick together.[2] Sometimes, when a misdeal is detected, a new hand is dealt.[3][4] In most games a misdeal, and recall of the cards, does not prevent the same player dealing again.[5]
Sometimes game book authors or tournament organisers may lay down specific misdeal rules in e.g. Pinochle,[6] Spades,[7] and Euchre.[8][9]