This site contains the thoughts of a criminal lawyer with a keen interest in the intersections of law and the world of gambling. Not a degenerate per se but an objective observer deriving interest in the laws and ethics that governed a domain where legal boundaries and human ingenuity clashed in fascinating ways.

Having encountered numerous cases involving cheating at casinos, this interest flourished into somewhat of an obsession. What distinguished a strategy from manipulation? Was exploiting patterns inherently unlawful, or was it a legitimate use of skill?

Clearly, the legality of gambling methods often hinged on fine distinctions. Some jurisdictions outlawed specific techniques while others permitted them as part of the game’s inherent risk. This is an international game, and exploring these issues makes the world smaller!