Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules Skill Machines Are Illegal Slot Machines
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Updated Oct 15
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What happened
The state Supreme Court issued a ruling stating that 'Skill machines' are, in fact, slot machines. Consequently, the court determined these machines are subject to state gambling regulations and are illegal. This ruling followed a regulatory failure in Harrisburg.
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Why it matters
The ruling fundamentally changes the state's gaming industry. Reports indicate that nonprofits, including fire halls and veterans associations, are losing money and closing as a result of the regulatory situation.
The Supreme Court issued a ruling requiring operational guidelines.
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Who's involved
- supreme courtHighest court that issued the ruling classifying skill machines as slot machines
- HarrisburgCity where the court ruling was issued and the state capital is located
- PennsylvaniaState where the court ruling applies and the gaming industry is located
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The entities involved
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supreme court
highest court in a jurisdiction
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Harrisburg
city in and county seat of Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States and Pennsylvania federated state capital city
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