gambling device

gambling device
The tangible means, instrument, contrivance or thing with or by which money may be lost or won, as distinguished from the game itself. 24 Am J1st Gaming § 31. Gilley v Commonwealth, 312 Ky 584, 229 SW2d 60, 19 ALR2d 1224. An instrument or device used for the purpose of gambling, although capable of use for another purpose. 24 Am J 1st Gaming § 31. Any machine which is so contrived that the player is attracted by the chance that he will either immediately or ultimately receive something for nothing. Marvin v Sloan, 77 Mont 174, 250 P 443.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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