Gas Station Gambling Dispute

Summary

In Wisconsin, illegal gambling is a criminal offense, but some machines may be legal if they are primarily games of skill rather than chance. Consult Wisconsin Statute § 945.01(3)(b) and § 945.03 for more details. For specific advice, contact local law enforcement or a legal professional.

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A gas station gambling machines owner refuses to pay out winnings
Hello Eric, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. May I know in which state this incident occurred? Different states have different laws related to gambling machines.
Wisconsin
Hello Eric, in Wisconsin, illegal gambling is a criminal offense. However, some machines could be legal if they're mainly games of skill rather than chance.
- Wisconsin Statute § *.*(*)(b)
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You should contact local law enforcement or a legal professional for advice.