Alabama § 34-6-13 - Permitting Gambling Device in Billiard Room; Penalty.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 34-6-13 — Permitting Gambling Device in Billiard Room; Penalty., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34-6-13. Permitting Gambling Device in Billiard Room; Penalty.
Any licensee under this article, who knows, or is interested in, or knowingly permits any gambling device mentioned in Section 34-6-12, now prohibited by law, in any billiard room, or who knowingly permits any billiard table to be used for gambling shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction thereof, shall for a first offense be fined not less than $50 nor more than $500 or may be sentenced to hard labor for the county for not more than 12 months and, on a second conviction, shall be guilty of a felony and shall be fined not less than $100 and sentenced to the penitentiary for not less than one and not more than two years.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 34-6-13
What does Code of Alabama § 34-6-13 cover?
Section 34-6-13 ("Permitting Gambling Device in Billiard Room; Penalty.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 34-6-13?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 34-6-13" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.
How does Alabama § 34-6-13 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alabama can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Alabama.