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Massachusetts Gaming Commission (formerly State Racing Commission) > Protection of minors and underage youth
Short Summary
The provided legal document content pertains to the protection of minors and underage youth in gaming establishments regulated by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. Gaming licensees are required to implement policies, procedures, and practices to prevent persons younger than 21 years old from gambling and entering gaming areas. These measures include ongoing training for personnel to identify and prevent underage gambling. Winnings or losses resulting from prohibited gaming by minors must be remitted to the commission. Licensees must also establish policies for security and surveillance personnel to conduct regular checks of parking areas for minors left in motor vehicles and report any findings to the appropriate authorities. Additionally, licensees must ensure the safety of minors on the premises by monitoring for unattended minors. Marketing, advertising, and promotional activities targeting persons younger than 21 years old are prohibited. Licensees must also implement policies to prevent the service of alcoholic beverages to underage persons. Each month, licensees must submit an underage person report to the IEB, including information on the number of minors found in the gaming area, gaming at tables or slot machines, consuming alcohol, turned over to law enforcement, and escorted from the gaming area. The regulatory authority for these requirements is 205 CMR 150.00 and M.G.L. c. 23K, 5(a), 21(a), 25(h), 54, 58, and 59.
Whom does it apply to?
Gaming licensees and personnel at gaming establishments
What does it govern?
Protection of minors and underage youth in gaming establishments
What are exemptions?
Employees 18 years of age or older who are licensed or registered and acting in the performance of their duties
What are the Penalties?
Not specified
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts