This bill amends existing laws regarding amusement games licenses in New Jersey by explicitly prohibiting license holders from conducting or permitting gambling activities on their premises. It introduces new legal language that states that amusement games licensees cannot accept or allow wagers on any games conducted under their license, nor can they advertise or promote any gambling activities. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the immunity previously granted to license holders does not apply if they knowingly engage in activities related to gambling or if they obtained their license through false pretenses.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that any person or corporation found to be in violation of these provisions will be classified as a disorderly person, which could lead to penalties including the forfeiture of their amusement games license. The amendments aim to strengthen regulations surrounding amusement games and ensure that gambling activities are not associated with licensed amusement games, thereby maintaining the integrity of such entertainment venues. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 5:8-110, 5:8-111, 5:8-113