The Public Gambling Act,1867

This book presents the Public Gambling Act, 1867 in an updated bare act format with explanatory comments, incorporating amendments introduced by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. It provides a clear statutory framework governing public gambling offences, penalties, and enforcement mechanisms in India, along with relevant state amendments. The publication combines legislative text with judicial guidance to facilitate accurate interpretation and application of the law.

Key Features

• Updated text of the Public Gambling Act, 1867 with applicable amendments
• Inclusion of state amendments for comprehensive legal coverage
• Concise comments explaining core provisions and enforcement aspects
• Reference to landmark judicial decisions interpreting gambling laws
• Supreme Court guidelines relevant to gambling and allied offences
• User-friendly structure for quick statutory reference

This publication serves as a reliable statutory reference for advocates, judicial officers, law students, and academicians dealing with criminal law and regulatory offences. It is also useful for professionals involved in compliance, law enforcement, and research relating to gambling laws and public order regulations.