NSW introduces tougher penalties for underage gambling
Liquor & Gaming NSW will impose 12-month bans and AU$2,200 fines
Australia.- Liquor & Gaming NSW (L&GNSW) has implemented tougher penalities for underage gambling and alcohol consumption in NSW casinos and related establishments. Under 18s breaking the rules could be given a 12-month ban and a fine of AU$2,200.
L&GNSW executive director of regulatory operations, Jane Lin said there will be heightened vigilance from casino security and L&GNSW inspectors. A compliance operation will continue until early 2024.
She said: “If a minor is caught within a casino, we may exclude them from re-entering for a period from their 18th birthday, which means they won’t be able to visit until they’re at least 19, and they may be issued with a fine. Minors will also not be allowed to keep any winnings from gambling and will leave empty-handed.
“We have also reminded the casino operators of their obligations to prevent minors from entering casinos including by ensuring that casino staff are checking IDs where necessary.”
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In one recent case, a 17-year-old used a fake ID to enter a casino and spent over an hour gambling. L&GNSW issued the minor with penalty notices for entering a casino and using a fake ID.
