Legal issues - setting up Poker Hall |
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Posted Wed Sep 15, 2004 4:58 pm GMT by Squishy
Hi!
I was wondering if anyone had any insight into starting up a business like a pool hall, except having poker tables instead of pool tables. You could rent the chips/accessories by the hour, and have leagues each night with sponsored prizes. Obviously no money games (at least that WE would be aware of  ) would be allowed. I live in Canada and am unsure of any legal issues.
Thanks for your help!
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Posted Wed Sep 15, 2004 5:07 pm GMT by ORGrinder
varies from state to state.
i've actually thought about this, here in Oregon, but those damned legislators are darned snappy when it comes to writing laws.
as for oregon, the VERY nifty idea of renting chips and table space for people to run an otherwise "social" game (which is what it's called when you have a home game at your house) is NOT legal. why? because you, as the hall owner, are profiting as a result of the gaming. indeed i believe the oregon civil code actualy makes mention of equipment rental. lol. they didn't leave any doors open as far as i could tell.
keep us posted though. if there's a loop hole, i'm interested in starting one myself!!
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