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Puerto Rico Gaming Commission explains disputed machine-fine debts to Senate

Regulation

Puerto Rico Gaming Commission executive director Juan Carlos Santaella told a Senate public hearing that the agency could not verify the origin or legal effect of machine-fine debts imposed before its creation. He distinguished those amounts, including debts recorded in the SURI tax system, from fines the Commission imposes and collects. The Senate committee said it would continue examining the issue and seek testimony from the Treasury Department.

The distinction affects how disputed machine-fine debts may relate to police retirement funds and licence assessments.

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Rome finance police fine venue €5,000 over slot machine operating hours

Italy’s Guardia di Finanza said officers found a slot machine operating beyond the hours permitted by municipal rules during checks at bars and gaming venues in Rome. They issued an administrative fine of €5,000 for the violation, according to the report.

Italy's Guardia di Finanza said officers from its Rome provincial command found a slot machine running beyond the hours allowed by municipal rules during checks at bars and gaming venues in the city. An administrative fine of €5,000 was issued for the violation, the force said.

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