Full question:
I live in North Carolina. I lost my job 6 months ago. Ever since I have been betting with my friend in order to earn money. I do not intend to do this for a long term. I would like to know the legal status of a betting contract. in North Carolina? Can I compel my friend to pay the bet money?
- Category: Gambling
- Date:
- State: North Carolina
Answer:
In North Carolina, gambling laws are very strict. Most forms of gambling are illegal, except for certain activities like those at casinos on Indian reservations. The state does allow bingo and raffles if they are organized by nonprofit organizations.
According to North Carolina General Statute §16-1, all wagers or bets based on chance or uncertain events are unlawful. This means that any contracts related to these bets, including agreements to pay money based on the outcome, are void. As a result, you cannot legally compel your friend to pay the bet money.
Additionally, §16-2 states that a person cannot refuse to testify about money or property involved in illegal betting, but such testimony cannot be used against them in a criminal case regarding that betting.
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