§ 16-902. Wagers on elections

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(a) In general. -- A person may not make a bet or wager on the outcome of an election held under this article.

(b) Penalties. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not less than $ 50 nor more than $ 500 to be paid to the State.

(c) Disposition of money. -- Any deposit of money as a bet or a wager on the outcome of an election shall be forfeited and paid to the governing body of the county where the money is deposited.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 33, § 16-902; 2002, ch. 291, § 2, 4; 2003, ch. 21, § 1.

                    
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