§ 41-9-1. “Gambling” and “gambling facilities” defined. (a) As used in this chapter, the term “gambling” shall include, but not be limited to, horseracing, dog racing, and jai alai; however, casino gaming shall be governed by the provisions of chapter 9.1 of this title [repealed], and chapters 61, 61.2, and 61.3 of title 42. The […]
§ 41-9-2. Financial disclosure by promoter. (a) By the first Monday in August prior to the general election at which the question of the establishment or extension of any gambling activity or facility is presented to the electorate, all persons and/or corporations promoting or having an interest of five percent (5%) or greater in the […]
§ 41-9-3. Disclosure of regulated business interests. Every person who is required to file a financial statement pursuant to this chapter and who has, or within the preceding three (3) years divests himself or herself of, five percent (5%) or greater equity interest in a business entity that is subject to regulation by this chapter, […]
§ 41-9-4. Town and state election on establishment of facility. (a) Before a gambling facility shall be established in any town or city, the town council of the town or the city council of the city shall comply with the following procedure: (1) Upon receipt of a resolution from the town council of the town […]
§ 41-9-5. Penalties. Any person who knowingly and willfully violates the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a felony herein and punished by a fine of not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000) and/or imprisonment for no longer than five (5) years for each violation. History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 233, § 4.
§ 41-9-6. Applicability. The provisions of this chapter shall specifically apply to any facility licensed pursuant to chapter 7 of this title prior to any casino gambling activity being licensed on the premises of the facility. History of Section.P.L. 1991, ch. 110, § 1.
