CNMI Looks At Poker Related Crime
As reported by the CNMI online news source the Saipan Tribune, local officials are taking a look at any possible links between poker and related crime. Over the last four years, according to the Department of Public Safety, there have been at least 634 crimes and offenses that occurred at poker establishments.
The breakdown is: 166 poker-related theft cases, 140 counts of assault, 132 cases of disturbing the peace, 22 burglary related cases, 12 child abuse or neglect cases and 133 cases of criminal mischief. There were two rape cases that happened on the premises of poker establishments and one homicide…
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Poker argot:
- STUD - Any of several poker games in which some of each players' cards are exposed.
- S&M - Sklansky & Malmuth. Generally refers to the ideas and algorithms published by these two authors. When used in a 7-card stud context, often refers to "7 Card Stud For Advanced Players", and when used in a Hold'em context, often refers to "Texas Hold'em For Advanced Players".
- JOKER - A 53rd card in the deck, distinct from the others, used as a wild card or as a BUG.
- TOP TWO PAIR - In flop games, having hole cards that make the highest possible two pair hand.
- STRAIGHT - A hand consisting of 5 cards in sequence but not in suit.
- SHOWDOWN - The point at the end of the hand where all active players reveal their cards and the pot is awarded to the winner(s).
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