Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 955 – Possession of gambling records
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1. A person is guilty of possession of gambling records if, other than as a player, he knowingly possesses any writing, paper, instrument or article, which is being used or is intended by him to be used in the operation of unlawful gambling activity, as defined in this chapter.
[PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).]
Attorney's Note
Under the Maine Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class D crime | up to 1 year | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 955
- Player: means a person who engages in social gambling solely as a contestant or bettor on equal terms with the other participants therein without receiving or becoming entitled to receive something of value or any profit therefrom other than his personal gambling winnings. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 952
- Unlawful: means not expressly authorized by statute. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 952
2. Possession of gambling records is a Class D crime.
[PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).