Gambling
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002272
The act of playing games of chance for money or other stakes, or betting on uncertain outcomes. Legality varies significantly by jurisdiction, with some forms being strictly prohibited and others heavily regulated. Laws often distinguish between games of skill and games of chance, and between private wagers and organized operations.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-002272 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
Record as JSON
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