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Italian authorities seize private club over alleged illegal gambling

Enforcement & compliance

Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency, financial police and state police seized a private club in Lonato del Garda after identifying gambling activity there, according to the report. Officers identified more than 70 people and seized unauthorised gaming machines, more than 180 grams of marijuana and €2,500 in cash. One person was arrested on suspicion of drug possession for dealing and gambling through prohibited machines.

The operation shows enforcement action against alleged illegal gambling in a private venue.

Earlier fines and penalties by ADM and Guardia di Finanza

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
PolymarketNot statedPolymarket withdraws interim request as Italy’s block remains in forceNot stated
Not namedNot statedADM Umbria closes Terni betting shop for 10 days after minor is foundNot stated
Not namedNot statedMilan police revoke betting shop licencesNot stated
Not namedNot statedADM details annual gambling compliance checksNot stated
Not namedEUR 3,000Treviso authorities seize 18 gambling machinesNot stated

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