N.Y. Penal Law 225.15 – Possession of gambling records in the second degree
§ 225.15 Possession of gambling records in the second degree.
Attorney's Note
Under the New York Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In N.Y. Penal Law 225.15
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
A person is guilty of possession of gambling records in the second degree when, with knowledge of the contents or nature thereof, he possesses any writing, paper, instrument or article:
1. Of a kind commonly used in the operation or promotion of a bookmaking scheme or enterprise; or
2. Of a kind commonly used in the operation, promotion or playing of a lottery or policy scheme or enterprise; except that in any prosecution under this subdivision, it is a defense that the writing, paper, instrument or article possessed by the defendant constituted, reflected or represented plays, bets or chances of the defendant himself in a number not exceeding ten.
3. Of any paper or paper product in sheet form chemically converted to nitrocellulose having explosive characteristics.
4. Of any water soluble paper or paper derivative in sheet form.
Possession of gambling records in the second degree is a class A misdemeanor.