Legal Definitions - gaming device

Definition: A gaming device, also known as a gambling device, is any object or machine that allows a person to play a game of chance where money can be won or lost. Examples of gaming devices include cards, dice, slot machines, and electronic games.

Gambling devices are regulated by law, and it may be illegal to use or possess them. The use of gaming devices is often associated with gambling addiction and can lead to financial problems.

Examples:

• A deck of cards used for playing poker
• A slot machine found in a casino
• An electronic roulette game played on a computer or mobile device

These examples illustrate how gaming devices can take many forms, from traditional objects like cards and dice to modern electronic machines. They all allow players to take a chance and potentially win money, but also carry the risk of losing money.