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UN Proposal - Outlaw Gambling

21-12-2003, 18:15
Name: Outlaw Gambling
Category: Gambling
Legalize/Outlaw: Outlaw
Proposed by: UN Peacekeepers

Gambling is hereby defined as any form of where someone bets money for something in which there is a very good chance they will lose.

Whereas gambling is as adictave as harmful drugs, can empty the wallets of helpless persons who chose to gamble, and is a scam to draw money from peoples, it is hereby declared that gambling in all UN member states is illegal.

The punishment for illegal gambling is a fine of $500 and/or 5 years in prision. The fine for holding bets or owning a casino is a fine of $2000 and/or 20 years in prision. The punishments may be ammended in each member state to fit their peoples needs.

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