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Can you summarize ARCO 5-66-116?
Gambling > Horseracing Betting.
Short Summary
This legal document prohibits any form of betting on horseracing, whether conducted within or outside the state of Arkansas. It is applicable to all individuals in the state. Violation of this prohibition results in penalties. For the first offense, the individual is guilty of a violation and may be fined between $10.00 and $25.00. For the second offense, the individual is guilty of a violation and may be fined between $25.00 and $100. For all subsequent offenses, the individual is guilty of an unclassified misdemeanor and may be fined up to $500 and imprisoned for a term of not less than 30 days nor more than 6 months. Each bet, wager, sale of pools, or purchase of pools is considered a separate offense. It is the duty of various officials, including circuit judges, prosecuting attorneys, grand juries, mayors, police officers, marshals, justices of the peace, sheriffs, and constables, to enforce this prohibition and take appropriate action against violators. Failure to do so may result in fines and removal from office for the responsible law enforcement officer.
Whom does it apply to?
All individuals in the state
What does it govern?
Betting on horseracing
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
For the first offense, a fine of not less than $10.00 nor more than $25.00. For the second offense, a fine of not less than $25.00 nor more than $100. For all offenses after the second offense, a fine of not more than $500 and imprisonment for a term of not less than 30 days nor more than 6 months.
Jurisdiction
Arkansas