Pen. Code, § 337y · Chapter 10. Gaming
Pen. Code, § 337y
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
It is unlawful to do either of the following:
(a) Manufacture, sell, or distribute any cards, chips, dice, game, or device which is intended to be used to violate Section 337u, 337v, 337w, or 337x.
(b) Mark, alter, or otherwise modify any gambling game device or associated equipment in a manner that either:
(1) Affects the result of a wager by determining win or loss.
(2) Alters the normal criteria of random selection, which affects the operation of a gambling game or which determines the outcome of a game.
(c) It is unlawful for any person to instruct another in cheating or in the use of any device for that purpose, with the knowledge or intent that the information or use conveyed may be employed to violate Section 337u, 337v, 337w, or 337x.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 624, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 2003.
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