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Italian authorities seize 21 gaming machines in Taranto operation

Enforcement & compliance

Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency staff in Taranto and the Guardia di Finanza seized 21 gaming machines during inspections in the province. Authorities said the machines were not connected to the agency’s telematic network, referred seven people to the competent authorities and imposed administrative penalties exceeding €166,000; tax checks are continuing.

The seizure and ongoing tax checks highlight enforcement risks for venues operating unconnected gaming machines in Taranto.

Earlier fines and penalties by ADM

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
Not namedNot statedADM reports unlicensed betting operation in Porto Empedocle to prosecutorsNot stated
Not namedNot statedADM orders temporary closure of Naples betting shop after earlier checksNot stated
Not namedNot statedADM closes Bastia Umbra betting venue for 15 days after finding minorsNot stated
Not namedNot statedCouncil of State upholds ADM’s withdrawal of Fiumicino bingo concessionNot stated
Not namedNot statedAgrigento police chief closes unauthorised betting shop in RiberaNot stated

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