Inside Asian Gaming

IAG JAN 2023年1月 亞博匯 76 else of real-world value would constitute gambling and are prohibited, unless they comply with the conditions stipulated in the Gambling Control (Remote Games of Chance – Class License) Order. GRA will continue to adopt a risk-based approach to regulation and advance our mission of protecting the people of Singapore by keeping gambling honest and free of criminal influence, and minimizing the harm from gambling. PENALTIES The GC Act applies a three- tier penalty structure for unlawful gambling offenses (both online and physical), which differentiates between punters, agents and operators. The highest penalties will be imposed on operators, as their culpability is highest, followed by agents and then punters. Penalties for unlawful gambling will be enhanced, to send a strong deterrent signal to criminal syndicates. Proxy gambling in casinos and gaming machine rooms have also been made criminal offences. The GC Act makes it a criminal offense for under-aged individuals to gamble, regardless of whether with licensed or unlawful operators, and for under-aged individuals to enter gambling areas – except where entry checks are not required, such as at Singapore Pools’ physical outlets. These outlets are open areas with easy access, and under-aged individuals may unknowingly enter without the intention to gamble. FEATURES