LAC 42:XI.2401. Statement of Department Policy

A. The rules contained herein are promulgated by the Video Gaming Division of the Office of State Police in order to facilitate implementation of the video draw poker devices control law, R.S 27:401 et seq., to achieve the effective regulation of the video gaming industry, and to maintain the health, welfare, and safety of the public. These considerations shall control the application and interpretation of the rules. Any subsequent restatement, repeal, or amendment of these rules shall be in accordance with the aforementioned considerations. B. The Video Gaming Division of the Office of State Police shall apply these rules to protect the video gaming industry from infiltration by organized crime and other harmful and unscrupulous elements, thereby ensuring the fair play of all video gaming devices, and the prosperity and longevity of the industry.