Massachusetts § 1 - Gaming or betting; forfeiture
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 1 — Gaming or betting; forfeiture, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1. Gaming or betting; forfeiture
Section 1. Whoever, on a prosecution commenced within eighteen months after the commission of the crime, is convicted of winning at one time or sitting, by gaming or betting on the sides or hands of those gaming, except as permitted under chapters 23K and 23N, money or goods to the value of five dollars or more, and of receiving the same or security therefor, shall forfeit double the value of such money or goods.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 1
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 1 cover?
Section 1 ("Gaming or betting; forfeiture") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 1?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 1 apply to my situation?
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