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Gambling establishment in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “Gambling establishment” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.

What does “Gambling establishment” mean in California criminal law?

“Gambling establishment” means any premises wherein or whereon any gaming is done. (Cal. Penal Code § 337t)

Statutes defining or using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.