Combined Fines Exceed $100,000
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has issued fines totaling more than $100,000 to two licensed gambling entities operating in the Keystone State. The regulator announced the enforcement actions, which target MGM Resorts International and CountR GmbH, for distinct breaches of state licensing obligations.
In This News
MGM Resorts International was fined $50,250. The penalty stems from the company’s failure to file a required principal licensing application within the mandated timeframe. According to the PGCB, the specific breach involved the failure to submit a completed multi-jurisdictional personal-history disclosure form along with the corresponding Pennsylvania supplement.
MGM Missed 30-Day Filing Deadline
State regulations require that these forms be submitted by an officer or director who is required to be licensed as a principal. The submission must occur within 30 days of the individual performing their duties. The PGCB determined that the failure to meet this deadline constituted a violation of the Pennsylvania Race Horse Development and Gaming Act.
The regulator did not name the specific MGM employee responsible for the administrative error. The fine addresses the procedural lapse in the principal licensing process rather than the operational integrity of the casino itself.
CountR GmbH Cited for Control and Fee Issues
CountR GmbH, a Germany-based company, received a separate fine of $50,000. The PGCB cited the company for an unapproved change of control regarding its gaming license. Additionally, the regulator determined that CountR GmbH failed to pay the required licensing fee.
CountR GmbH currently holds licenses for slots and table games in Pennsylvania. The company provides kiosks and ticket-redemption units to regulated land-based venues across the state. The fines address structural compliance issues related to corporate control and financial obligations to the board.
New Conditions for CountR GmbH
As part of the resolution, CountR GmbH agreed to specific conditions set by the PGCB. The company affirmed that the information it provided to the regulator regarding principal affiliates, subsidiaries, key employees, permittees, and registrants is correct.
The company also agreed to notify the PGCB if it suspects that false information may have been provided. The regulator specified that any such notifications regarding suspected false information must be made on a confidential basis. These conditions are designed to maintain transparency and ensure ongoing compliance with Pennsylvania’s gaming integrity standards.
Why It Matters
These enforcement actions underscore the strict administrative compliance required of operators and suppliers in Pennsylvania. The fines demonstrate that the PGCB actively monitors principal licensing applications and corporate control changes. For vendors like CountR GmbH, the new conditions impose ongoing reporting obligations regarding the accuracy of information provided to the regulator.
FAQ
How much did the PGCB fine MGM Resorts International?
MGM Resorts International was fined $50,250. The penalty was issued for failing to file a principal licensing application on time, specifically missing the deadline to submit a personal-history disclosure form and Pennsylvania supplement.
What violations led to CountR GmbH's fine?
CountR GmbH was fined $50,000 for an unapproved change of control of its license and for failing to pay the required licensing fee to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.
What conditions did CountR GmbH agree to?
CountR GmbH agreed that its information on affiliates and employees is correct. It also agreed to notify the PGCB on a confidential basis if it suspects false information was provided in the past or present.
What products does CountR GmbH provide in Pennsylvania?
CountR GmbH provides kiosks and ticket-redemption units to regulated land-based venues in Pennsylvania. The company holds licenses for slots and table games in the state.
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