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Can you summarize ALCA 11-65-40?
HORSE RACING AND GREYHOUND RACING IN CLASS 1 MUNICIPALITIES. > Transmission of racing information prohibited.
Short Summary
This legal document prohibits the transmission or communication of racing information from any racetrack in a commission municipal jurisdiction, except for authorized televised simulcast programming and immediate transmission of information concerning feature races. It is also unlawful to transmit racing information for illegal gambling purposes. The possession and lawful use of communication instruments on racing facility premises are not prohibited. Violation of this prohibition is a felony and may result in imprisonment or fines.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person
What does it govern?
Transmission of racing information
What are exemptions?
Televised simulcast programming of horse races and greyhound races authorized in accordance with Section 11-65-32; immediate transmission by radio, television, or press wire of any pertinent information concerning feature races; possession or lawful use of communication instruments on the premises of any racing facility; location of public telephones in or about a racing facility; possession of portable telephones by members of the general public when attending racing events
What are the Penalties?
Imprisonment for not less than one year nor more than 10 years, or a fine of not less than $5,000.00 nor more than $50,000.00, or both
Jurisdiction
Alabama