The bill aims to revise Montana's gambling laws by updating the definition of "internet gambling" to explicitly include online casinos, while also providing an exception for online casinos that do not permit the use of any currency. Notably, the bill removes the inclusion of cryptocurrency in the definition of internet gambling. Additionally, it revises the disposal of fines collected for violations of gambling laws, directing these funds to the operating budget of the Department of Justice instead of the state general fund.

Furthermore, the bill enhances criminal penalties related to gambling violations by categorizing certain offenses as felonies, which could result in significant fines and imprisonment. It specifically states that individuals operating illegal internet gambling sites within the state, including those using offshore sources, will face felony charges. This comprehensive revision aims to clarify and strengthen the regulatory framework surrounding gambling activities in Montana.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_1(1): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_1(2): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_1(3): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_1(4): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_1(5): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_1: 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(1): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(10): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(2): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(3): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(4): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(5): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(6): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(7): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(8): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2(9): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_2: 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(1): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(10): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(11): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(12): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(13): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(14): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(15): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(2): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(3): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(4): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(5): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(6): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(7): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(8): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X(9): 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162
SB0555_X: 23-5-112, 23-5-123, 23-5-154, 23-5-162