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MS SB2510
Bill
Status
3/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joey Fillingane
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AI Summary
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Prohibits online, interactive, and computerized versions of games of chance, including online race books, sports pools, and sweepstakes casino-style games, declaring them gambling devices unlawful under Mississippi law.
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Increases penalties for operating illegal online gambling platforms to a felony with fines up to $100,000 and imprisonment up to 10 years per violation.
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Elevates violations of gaming device prohibitions from misdemeanor to felony, with penalties increased to fines up to $100,000 and imprisonment up to 10 years.
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Authorizes forfeiture of assets, rights, and privileges used in connection with illegal gambling violations to the State of Mississippi or the county where the violation occurred.
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Allows prosecution of violations in either the county where the violation occurred or in Hinds County, at the discretion of the Attorney General or prosecuting attorney; permits the Mississippi Gaming Commission to enter contingency fee agreements for forfeited assets.
Legislative Description
Gaming; include online, interactive and computerized versions thereof, increase penalties, and authorize forfeiture.
Last Action
Died In Conference
3/31/2025