Pagcor warned casino operators

The entity told casino operators that if they allow minors to enter their facilities, they could lose their license.

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor) told casino operators that if they allow people under 21 years old, their facilities could lose the licenses to operate. The regulator disclosed the penalties for those who violate their indications.

As Pagcor said in the advisory, the operators were informed about the penalties if they allow minors in their facilities. Whilst it didn’t specifically said that the ban would be immediate, how an operator would lose its license or how many times the mistake had to be made, the penalties were informed. For example, if a casino allows members of the police or the military to gamble, they would be fined US$35k per person.

Pagcor also prohibits government employees from gambling, as well as their immediate relatives and license holders directly or indirectly involved in gambling. Financiers are also banned from entering gaming facilities operated and regulated by Pagcor. Whilst the adviceory was issued on December 6, the new regulations are set to come into force on January 1.