Gambling

Brooklyn, New York, Illegal Gaming and Gambling Attorney

A seemingly friendly game of poker or a friendly bet on a sports event can be deemed a crime that leads to arrests. At the law office of Curt Arnel, Attorney at Law, in Brooklyn, New York, an attorney experienced in these types of cases represents clients charged with illegal gambling.

Illegal Betting and Gambling

New York is no different from most other states. Unauthorized betting and gambling and any promotion of the activity is illegal. That includes the burgeoning enterprise of online gambling via the Internet. Even though they operate offshore, placing a bet while residing in New York could bring about criminal charges against you. Many financial institutions have taken steps to block their credit cards from accepting these types of illegal transactions, but the illegal gambling business continues.

Burden of Proof by the Prosecution

Gambling on a computer, at home, or in an underground gaming enterprise will carry serious consequences if you are charged. The prosecution in an illegal gambling case must prove not only that a crime has been committed, but also that there is an intent to commit a crime. Without those elements, their case is weak. They have the burden of proof to show that your poker game or gambling enterprise was established with criminal intentions.

Finding the Best Resolution to Your Illegal Gambling Case

Illegal gambling and gaming are victimless crimes. However, that will not stop the prosecution from filing charges. At the law office of Curt Arnel, Attorney at Law, they will thoroughly review the evidence and identify the proper way to resolve the case. If the case is strong, they will work to negotiate a plea bargain on your behalf. If that does not provide a satisfactory outcome, Curt Arnel is an experienced litigator who will aggressively represent you in court and force the prosecution to prove their case.

Contact Attorney Curt Arnel

To get more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced criminal defense lawyer regarding an illegal gambling charge, please contact the office of Curt Arnel, Attorney at Law.