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Germany’s ‘Unconstitutional’ Ban On Online Gaming

by | 7th, January 2008

CARSTEIN Frein, of German giant Tipp24, suggests Germany’s ban on online gambling is unconstitutional under German and European Union law.

Says he: “We consider the state treaty on gambling as clearly illegal and will take legal action if necessary. Reports by notable constitutional lawyers such as Professor Bodo Pieroth or Professor Hermes confirm that the treaty contravenes the German constitution and European law. The European Union and the German Monopolies Commission have also taken up a clear stance in this sense.”

Sixteen German states prohibit online gambling.

But you can play, play und play. For you the game is not over…



Posted: 7th, January 2008 | In: Sports Comment | TrackBack | Permalink