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Can you summarize 53 CTGS 278e?
Offenses Against Public Policy - Secs. 53-255 to 53-345a > Gambling premises as nuisance.
Short Summary
According to the General Statutes of Connecticut, all gambling premises are considered common nuisances and can be subject to abatement by injunction or other legal means. In any action brought under this provision, the plaintiff does not need to show damage and may be relieved of security requirements at the court’s discretion. If a property or premise is determined by a court to be a gambling premise, the owner has a duty to terminate any interest held by others. Additionally, if a property or premise with active licenses, permits, or certificates is found to be a gambling premise, all such licenses, permits, or certificates become void. They cannot be reissued for that property or premise for a period of sixty days. This provision is enforceable by peace officers, taxing officials, and licensing officials. Maintaining or aiding the maintenance of a gambling premise is a class A misdemeanor, but if the violation occurs within a locked, barricaded, or camouflaged place, or involves an alarm system or lookout, it is considered a class D felony.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who maintains or aids or permits the maintaining of a gambling premise
What does it govern?
Gambling premises
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Guilty of a class A misdemeanor or a class D felony
Jurisdiction
Connecticut