Source: AGBrief

NSW Enforces Strict ATM Regulations in Gaming Venues

In New South Wales, Australia, authorities have intensified their enforcement against improper ATM placements in gaming halls, leading to 16 fines and 13 criminal prosecutions. This crackdown, led by Liquor & Gaming NSW (L&G NSW), follows the recent adoption of laws prohibiting ATMs from being located near slot machines to curb gambling addiction.

The case of a licensee at a Liverpool Street hotel in Sydney exemplifies the strict enforcement. The venue was found to have an ATM in the same area as slot machines, ending in a $3,624 legal cost penalty. L&G NSW warns that cash dispensing devices must be physically separated from gaming rooms to prevent impulsive cash withdrawals and spending by gamers.

Since December 1, 2023, L&G NSW inspectors have conducted 437 inspections across hotels and gambling venues so far to ensure compliance with new regulations.

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