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750.307 – Gambling; prima facie evidence | Michigan Law

Michigan law allows signs and descriptions to serve as prima facie evidence of gambling activities, aiding in legal proceedings against illegal betting.

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750.307 – Gambling; prima facie evidence

Michigan Penal Code § 750.307

Summary

This law establishes that certain words, symbols, or signs displayed in a location can serve as prima facie evidence of gambling activities, such as lotteries, betting pools, or contests. It also states that copies or oral descriptions of these signs are admissible as evidence in legal proceedings. The law aims to facilitate the prosecution of illegal gambling by recognizing visual and descriptive evidence.

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In simple terms: Michigan law allows signs and descriptions to serve as prima facie evidence of gambling activities, aiding in legal proceedings against illegal betting.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.