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750.305 – Publication or distribution of betting odds; penalty | Michigan Law

Learn about Michigan's law on publishing or distributing betting odds, including penalties for violations before events or games.

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750.305 – Publication or distribution of betting odds; penalty

Michigan Penal Code § 750.305

Summary

Michigan Penal Code Section 750.305 prohibits the publication, distribution, or advertisement of betting odds or related information before any game or event. Violating this law can result in a misdemeanor charge with penalties including up to one year in jail or a $1,000 fine. The law also applies to possessing evidence for such publication prior to the event.

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In simple terms: Learn about Michigan's law on publishing or distributing betting odds, including penalties for violations before events or games.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.