Hundreds Of Machines Seized In Miami To Protect Gambling Interests

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For years, gambling machines in South Florida have been found in many restaurants and convenience stores. The authorities for the most part have turned their backs to the operations, until recently, when casino gambling was expanded in the state.

Hundreds of gambling machines were seized in warehouses and locations were the machines were being operated in Miami and the surrounding areas.. Operation Lucky 7 had law enforcement officials from various agencies taking part in the sweeping raids.

Casinos have become more prevalent in South Florida since lawmakers changed the gambling laws this year. Legislators reached an agreement with the Seminole Indians to allow blackjack at five of their seven casinos in the Sunshine State.

Pari-mutuels also received relief from the new laws, with tax rates dropping and extended hours of operation. The advancement of casinos in South Florida has made law enforcement more aware of the illegal activity that has been taking place for decades in Miami.

"Chief Miguel A. Exposito remains committed to the elimination of these devices that do a disservice to the customers who fall victim to this illegal gaming and diminishes the quality of life of all Miami's citizens," read a statement released by the police.

Of course, in South Florida, these same citizens are allowed to legally pour millions of dollars into casinos such as the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood. The gaming industry in Florida has become one of the top in the nation over the past couple of years, and lawmakers are even considering full blown Vegas-style casino gambling in the future.

October 27, 2010
Posted By Tom Jones
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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