Nevada was plagued by teamster financing, hidden ownership,
employment of individuals of questionable character and background,
and the clear links to organized crime.
How big is illegal gambling? It may run as high as $100 billion
per year.
During 1996, the U.S. Department of Treasury's Financial Crime
Enforcement Network proposed to more tightly regulate cash transactions
at California card rooms and Indian casinos.
As noted in the section on Indian gaming, the charge that Indian
gaming has been infiltrated by organized crime has been made.
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Anecdotal information and popular myth have perpetuated claims
by gambling opponents that casinos are linked to increased crime
rates in communities and organized crime.
Although there has not been an overall comprehensive study,
information is available from a report by the Attorney General,
new reports, as well as a report by the City of San Jose Police
Chief.
Although the vast majority of Americans enjoy the entertainment
option of gambling without experiencing any adverse effects,
a small percentage are unable to control their wagering on sporting
events, lotteries, casino games, horse or dog racing, Bingo
and other gambling activities.
Casino gaming has become one of the most highly regulated industries
in America. The companies and individuals involved are very
carefully scrutinized and held to extremely high standards.
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