Kentucky Statutes 528.080 – Possession of gambling device
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(1) A person is guilty of possession of a gambling device when, with knowledge of the character thereof, he manufactures, sells, transports, places or possesses a gambling device or conducts or negotiates any transaction affecting or designed to affect ownership, custody or use of any gambling device, believing that it is to be used in the advancement of unlawful gambling activity.
(2) Possession of a gambling device is a Class A misdemeanor.
For details, see § 532.090
Effective: January 1, 1975
History: Created 1974 Ky. Acts ch. 406, sec. 247, effective January 1, 1975.
(2) Possession of a gambling device is a Class A misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Kentucky Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 12 months | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 528.080
- Gambling: includes playing or offering for play any game, contest, or competition utilizing a gambling device. See Kentucky Statutes 528.010
- Gambling device: means :
1. See Kentucky Statutes 528.010
Effective: January 1, 1975
History: Created 1974 Ky. Acts ch. 406, sec. 247, effective January 1, 1975.