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Queensland sets maximum penalties for illegal funny-money nights

Regulation

Source: OLGR Queensland

Queensland’s government page sets out maximum penalties under the Criminal Code for unlawful ‘funny-money nights’. A host faces a maximum fine of A$103,620 or three years’ imprisonment; maximum fines are A$34,540 for conducting an unlawful game and A$6,908 for playing one. The Queensland Police Service enforces the code, and the fine values apply from 1 July.

Venues and participants in Queensland face different stated maximum penalties for hosting, conducting or playing unlawful games.

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