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THE MASSACHUSETTS GAMING COMMISSION e fee or tax; penalties. > Regulation and procedure for the exclusion and self-exclusion of persons from gaming establishments
Short Summary
This legal document outlines the regulation and procedure for the exclusion and self-exclusion of individuals from gaming establishments in Massachusetts. The document empowers the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to establish a list of excluded persons who are to be prohibited from entering gaming establishments. The criteria for inclusion on the list include criminal convictions, violations of gaming laws, notorious reputation, and potential threats to the interests of the commonwealth. The document also prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, or sex in the placement on the list of excluded persons. Gaming establishments failing to exclude or eject individuals on the list may face penalties such as revocation, limitation, conditioning, suspension, or fines. Additionally, the document establishes a list of self-excluded persons, allowing individuals to voluntarily exclude themselves from gaming establishments. Gaming establishments are required to deny access to certain benefits and marketing to persons on the excluded persons list or self-excluded persons list. The self-excluded persons list is not open to public inspection, but disclosure to affiliated gaming establishments for responsible gaming programs is permitted. The document also provides provisions for the exclusion of problem gamblers upon petition by immediate family members or guardians. Violators of the exclusion provisions may have their winnings forfeited to the commission. The document also encourages the pursuit of an interstate compact for sharing information regarding the excluded persons list.
Whom does it apply to?
Gaming establishments and individuals seeking exclusion or self-exclusion
What does it govern?
Exclusion and self-exclusion of persons from gaming establishments
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Revocation, limitation, conditioning, suspension, or fines for gaming establishments failing to exclude or eject persons on the list of excluded or self-excluded persons
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts