New York · New York Penal Law (PEN)

N.Y. Penal Law § 225.65: Use of counterfeit, unapproved or unlawful wagering instruments

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A person commits a crime by knowingly using counterfeit or unapproved wagering chips, tokens, or similar instruments in casino gaming instead of those approved by gaming authorities or lawful U.S. currency.

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