Alabama pre-filled bill set to harshen penalties for illegal gambling oprators

In order to deter future attempts at gambling, his proposed bill, which has the backing of the Covington County District Attorney, would increase the existing penalties for gambling-related offenses—which are currently classified as Class A misdemeanors—to Class C felonies.

Additionally, the proposal called for harsher punishments for repeat offenders, threatening them with two to twenty years in prison and a fine of up to $30,000.

The same bill has now been pre-filed for Alabama's 2025 legislative session with the goal of stiffening penalties for operating unlawful gambling businesses.

 

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I believe Alabama lawmakers are considering a pre-filed bill that would increase penalties for illegal gambling operators. The proposed bill seeks to impose harsher fines and jail sentences for individuals caught running illegal gambling establishments.