Jackson County & AG Clear Illegal Gambling Machines
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Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson and Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway are teaming up to eliminate illegal gambling machines from local businesses. Owners have until July 1, 2026, to remove them, or face charges like first-degree promoting gambling or possession of illegal devices. This initiative comes after a federal court ruling that declared these machines illegal outside of licensed casinos. The machines have been proliferating in low-income areas, contributing to crime and draining resources from struggling communities. Post-deadline, local police and the Missouri State Highway Patrol will intensify enforcement, with penalties for non-compliance. Some areas have already seen positive results from similar city rules, with reduced loitering, violence, and daytime hangouts. The partnership is also expanding to St. Louis.
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