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Hazleton
Coverage of Hazleton in the Nexus archive.
Pennsylvania Supreme Courtorganization1David Wechtperson1Cherelle Parkerperson1Pace-O-Maticorganization1Philadelphiaplace1Curtis Jonesperson1Larry Krasnerperson1skill gamestopic1Pace-O-Macticorganization1Miele Manufacturingorganization1Ashokkumar Patelperson1Jafet De Jesus Rodriguezperson1Pennsylvaniaplace1cash payouttopic1
- Amid Concerns Over Violence, Pennsylvania Supreme Court Declares Skill Games Illegal
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled skill games illegal under state gambling laws, citing concerns over violence and crime linked to the machines. The decision, stayed for 120 days, overturns previous rulings that exempted the games due to their skill-based elements, with lawmakers expected to address legalization and regulation.
- They Look Like Slot Machines. They Pay Out in Cash. And Critics Say They Are Getting Workers Killed.
Skill games resembling slot machines are prevalent in Pennsylvania businesses but exist in a legal gray area. Critics argue they attract crime, highlighted by a 2020 murder of a convenience store clerk during a robbery linked to cash payouts from these games. A lawsuit against game developers and manufacturers over safety failures resulted in a $15.3 million jury award.