Professional Poker Player Sentenced to Probation in Michigan

Joshua T. Thatcher, a professional poker player from Gwinn, Michigan, was sentenced to one year of probation over participation in an illegal poker operation.

Professional Poker Player Sentenced to Probation in Michigan


On Thursday, the gambling regulator in the state, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), unveiled details regarding the recent sentencing. The regulator explained that Thatcher was sentenced to 12 months of probation on January 19, 2023. The penalty comes after the poker pro pleaded guilty early in December to one felony count for his participation in an illegal poker business. The poker room, located at 1200 S. Front St., Marquette was also known as 906 Poker Social.
 
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