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GAMING; HORSE RACING; SPORTING EVENTS > Crimes and Liabilities Concerning Gaming
Short Summary
The provided legal document content pertains to crimes and liabilities concerning gaming in Nevada. It covers various fraudulent acts related to gaming, such as altering or misrepresenting the outcome of a game, fraudulently claiming or collecting money from a gambling game, enticing others to participate in illegal gambling, manipulating gaming devices, and offering or accepting bribes to influence the outcome of a race or game. The document also prohibits the possession, use, sale, or manufacture of counterfeit, unapproved, or unlawful instruments or items in gambling games, associated equipment, or cashless wagering systems. It further prohibits the dissemination of information concerning racing or races from within Nevada to outside the state with the intention of inducing betting or wagering on the race results. The document outlines penalties for violating these provisions, including imprisonment and fines. Exemptions are provided for certain licensed establishments and activities. Overall, the document aims to ensure the integrity and legality of gambling activities within the jurisdiction.
Whom does it apply to?
Persons involved in gaming activities within licensed gaming establishments
What does it govern?
Crimes and liabilities concerning gaming
What are exemptions?
Exemptions are provided for licensed race books or sports pools, licensed off-track pari-mutuel wagering establishments, licensed wagering establishments under title 41 of NRS, or licensed establishments in another jurisdiction permitted to accept wagers from patrons within this State under an agreement with the Governor
What are the Penalties?
For the first offense, it is considered a category C felony with punishment as provided in NRS 193.130. For a second or subsequent violation, it is considered a category B felony with imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less than 1 year and a maximum term of not more than 6 years, and a fine of not more than $10,000. Attempting or conspiring to violate these provisions is also considered a category C felony, and the penalty imposed is the same as for the completed crime, regardless of personal involvement in gambling or the use of prohibited devices. Violation of the prohibition on disseminating information concerning racing or races is considered a category B felony and is punishable by imprisonment for a minimum term of 1 year to a maximum term of 6 years, or a fine of up to $5,000, or both. Violation of the prohibition on accepting or receiving wagers from another person physically present in Nevada is considered a misdemeanor offense.
Jurisdiction
Nevada