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What happens if you get caught sports betting in Texas?
What happens if you get caught sports betting in Texas?
Federico
Thu Jan 16 2025
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I live in Texas and am wondering about the legal consequences if I were to get caught engaging in sports betting, which I understand is illegal in my state.
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BonsaiVitality
Sat Jan 18 2025
The Texas Penal Code contains a provision that prohibits gambling activities within the state.
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Carlo
Sat Jan 18 2025
Section 47.02 of the Penal Code outlines the specific gambling activities that are outlawed in Texas.
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Stefano
Sat Jan 18 2025
This section explicitly bans sports bets, meaning that wagering on the outcome of sporting events is illegal.
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CherryBlossomFall
Fri Jan 17 2025
Additionally, the law prohibits bets on "games played with cards," which covers a wide range of card-based gambling activities.
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CryptoVeteran
Fri Jan 17 2025
There are very limited exceptions to this rule, indicating that the state has a strict stance on gambling.
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