September 4th, 2008
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The recent case of Police v Jones, Police v Ravesi [2008] SAMC 62 confirms that poker involves skill and is not merely a game of chance. Although the outcome of this case was dependent on the specific wording of the South Australian statute, it confirms the view taken by most Australian authorities that poker should be treated differently from other games when considering whether unlawful gambling has taken place.
Background
The matter came before the South Australian Magistrates Court as a result of charges brought that the conduct of, and participation by players in, a Texas Holdem Poker tournament constitute unlawful gaming under the laws of South Australia. The tournament had been organised by the Australian Poker Association “APA”, which allowed its members, and members of the public who registered as members of the APA prior to the commencement of the tournament upon payment of a membership fee, to participate in the tournament.
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Australia, Media & Entertainment, Is Poker A Game Of Chance? The Australian Position - Addisons - 01/09/2008 09:00:09, Gaming
Author Contact Info: Jamie Nettleton, Mondaq
Tags: Australia
