Gambling

Entries for the ‘Gambling Law’ Category

Online Gambling Laws and Rules

Jwaltz asked: Just because a casino site is online, it does not mean that it is a free for all! Online casinos are not required any more permissiveness legally than land casinos are yet somehow this is the public impression. In fact, if anything online casinos are regulated more stringently than land casinos simply because [...]

Alternatives to Losing at Gambling

Mike Scantlebury asked: My brother-in-law has a system. He says it works on a regular basis, and it must do, because every time he comes to visit us, he goes into the local casino and comes out with some small amount of winnings. ‘Small’? Yes, that’s part of his system. “Most people are just too [...]

Is Online Gambling Illegal in the US?

Sarah H asked: The burning question lately for many online gamblers is “is gambling online illegal?” The online gambling industry has grown drastically over the years and internet casinos as well as sports books have become more popular. Therefore in short you can have access to Las Vegas style casinos at the click of your [...]

They Can Make Gambling Tougher, But it Will be Here to Stay

Chelsy Wallace asked: The online gambling industry which is a twelve billion dollar business is set to be completely finished off in the United States. President Bush is waiting to sign The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act which was presented to Congress that is holding the multi-billion online gambling industry by a thread. Tennessee Senator [...]

The Netherlands Social Issue in the Prohibition of Online Gambling

John asked: The world of gambling got a major boost in number of players and in popularity since the ascension of the internet, specifically online gambling. Gambling is simply a way to make sporting events more interesting and enjoyable. Legalizing gambling activities, our society have higher possibility to become addicted in this game in [...]

The Best Gambling Guide for Beginners

Richard Legg asked: Here is a short but comprehensive online gambling guide for beginners, describing several important issues that he or she needs to know before plunging headfirst into the world of online gambling. These tips will ensure that you enjoy your online gambling experience to the fullest by helping you avoid the hassles and [...]

The USA Online Gambling Laws and Their Impact on Other Jurisdictions

Sam Wolfe asked: There has been feverish talk in the press recently as to the possible effects that the recent criminalisation of online gambling in the USA will have on the British market. Many have suggested that the UK government will follow suit, resulting in a prohibition on the activity within British borders, while others [...]

UK Gambling Popularity

Jerry Carey asked: There are 33 million gambler in the UK, at what kind of gambling are people spending money in relation with poker. By means of the new UK Gambling Act in September 2007, the government is stating that the Act will facilitate reduction of people tendency to gamble and in addition protect kids [...]

Caribbean Casinos – Gambling in the Caribbean

Randy Besosa asked: Gambling in The BahamasGamers are often drawn to The Bahamas which is popular for great casinos and gambling action. Although gambling is illegal for residents of The Bahamas, tourists can try their luck at any of the region’s spectacular casinos. The four largest casinos in The Bahamas are the Atlantis Casino on [...]

US Prohibition Serving Online Gambling’s Best Interests

roger asked: In case you’re wondering just how fair online casinos are, consider for a moment how much web-based gaming operators invest in keeping their games legit. While independent auditing firms are one way of determining the level of an operation’s “fair-gaming practices” such as random number generators, another telltale is an online casino’s customer [...]