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Louisiana attorney general says dual-currency sweepstakes casinos violate state law

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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said in a legal opinion issued on 2 July that online sweepstakes casinos using dual-currency casino-style games violate state law. She said state agencies are pursuing enforcement, including cease-and-desist orders, criminal prosecution and asset seizures; violators could face up to five years in prison and $20,000 in fines.

The opinion sets out the state’s position on sweepstakes casinos and identifies potential criminal and civil enforcement.

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Louisiana lawmakers propose expanding online gambling ban to dual-currency games

Louisiana Representative Laurie Schlegel pre-filed House Bill 883 to expand the state’s definition of illegal online gambling to cover dual-currency games that simulate gambling and offer prizes or cash equivalents. The proposal would also extend to payment and platform providers, create Attorney General enforcement powers and set penalties of up to $100,000 and five years’ imprisonment for operators.

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