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Can you summarize 15 USC 1173?
TRANSPORTATION OF GAMBLING DEVICES > Registration of manufacturers and dealers
Short Summary
This legal document, found in the United States Code under the Commerce and Trade section related to the Transportation of Gambling Devices, governs the registration requirements for manufacturers and dealers of gambling devices. It is unlawful for any person engaged in the business of manufacturing gambling devices to manufacture any such device without registering with the Attorney General, if their business activities affect interstate or foreign commerce. Similarly, it is unlawful for any person to engage in certain activities related to gambling devices without registration, such as repairing, reconditioning, buying, selling, leasing, using, or making them available for use by others. The registration statement must include the person’s name, trade names, business addresses, and the specific activities they intend to engage in during the calendar year. The document also outlines the requirements for numbering and marking gambling devices, maintaining records of devices, and the retention of records for a minimum of five years. Failure to comply with the registration and marking requirements may result in criminal penalties. Federal Bureau of Investigation agents have the authority to access and copy the records maintained by registered persons, and the court can issue orders for non-compliance. No specific exemptions are mentioned in this document.
Whom does it apply to?
Persons engaged in the business of manufacturing, repairing, reconditioning, buying, selling, leasing, using, or making available for use gambling devices
What does it govern?
Registration of manufacturers and dealers of gambling devices
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Unlawful activities may result in criminal penalties.
Jurisdiction
U.S. Federal Government