SectorWire
SearchRegister
MenuClose

Jalisco governor plans bill to penalise shops allowing minors to gamble

Regulation

Jalisco governor Pablo Lemus said he plans to send the state Congress a bill to penalise businesses that allow minors to use gambling machines. The proposal follows raids in Guadalajara’s Pueblo Quieto area, where authorities detained nine people and seized eight unauthorised machines; Lemus said enforcement operations would continue.

The proposal could increase legal exposure for businesses permitting minors to access illegal gambling machines in Jalisco.

Request a correction

Flag an issue

Keep reading

Regulation

Texas lawmakers propose voter decision on casinos and sports betting in 2027

Texas lawmakers filed resolutions on 9 November proposing constitutional amendments that would let voters decide on casino gaming and in-person sports betting at an election on 2 November 2027. The proposals would permit up to 10 casino licences and cap operator taxes at 15%; a separate Senate resolution would allow the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to offer gaming through a state-tribal compact.

Continue reading