"The games in scope of this action are video gaming terminals (VGTs) and what state regulators call "fishing table games," which remain unlicensed in the state. It is a felony for any illegal gambling to take place within state boundaries, and it can carry substantial financial and custodial penalties for breaching the well-established Missouri Merchandising Practices Act."
"As part of an announcement from the legal hierarchy in the Ozark State, five major legal cases have been opened against retail businesses in Dunklin County for hosting unauthorised gaming machines. These locations were highlighted by the Attorney General's post. They include Discount Spirits and Tobacco, Kennett Liquor and Tobacco, and Laura's Mini Mart in Kennett, along with Dixie Package and Swindle's Quick Shop in Malden."
Missouri Attorney General Hanaway's office launched a civil enforcement drive targeting illegal gambling machines, specifically video gaming terminals (VGTs) and "fishing table games" that remain unlicensed. Five civil cases were opened against retail businesses in Dunklin County for hosting unauthorized gaming machines, including Discount Spirits and Tobacco; Kennett Liquor and Tobacco; Laura's Mini Mart; Dixie Package; and Swindle's Quick Shop. Illegal gambling is a felony in Missouri and can carry substantial financial and custodial penalties under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act. Licensed operators must follow processes established by the Missouri Gaming Commission. The AG's office pledged coordination with local prosecutors to remove illegal machines.
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