Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

Poker

Is playing poker for money, illegal?


Asked on 7/05/07, 1:53 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Anthony Colleluori The Law Offices of Anthony J. Colleluori & Associates PLLC

Re: Poker

If the house is taking a piece of the action it is illegal unless the house is licensed casino.

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Answered on 7/05/07, 3:52 pm
Musa Ghanayem Cetero & Ghanayem

Re: Poker

Yes, unless you are in a designated area like a casino in Atlantic City, Biloxi Mississippi, or Las Vegas.

The basement poker game is technically illegal, even if it's just for nickles.

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Answered on 7/05/07, 5:13 pm


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