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The document outlines the legal definition and criteria for an 'illegal gambling business' under 18 USC § 1955, detailing the conditions under which individuals can be found guilty of conducting such a business. It specifies that the operation must involve five or more people, violate state laws, and either operate continuously for over thirty days or generate significant revenue. The document also explains the roles involved in illegal gambling, particularly focusing on bookmaking, and clarifies that mere bettors are not considered participants in conducting the business.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by reviewing the definition of 'illegal gambling business' provided in the document. Ensure you understand the criteria that must be met for a business to be classified as illegal.
Fill in the section regarding the number of persons involved. Confirm that five or more individuals are conducting, financing, managing, supervising, or directing the gambling business.
Indicate whether the gambling business violates state laws and ensure this is clearly stated in your responses.
Complete the operational duration section by confirming if the business has been continuously operating for over thirty days or if it has generated $2,000 in revenue on any single day.
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