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West Virginia men settle gambling charges

WINFIELD, West Virginia -- As reported by The Charleston Gazette: "All eight men robbed at gunpoint last year during a high-stakes poker game have settled charges of illegal gambling against them.

"Seven of the eight men entered guilty or no contest pleas to the charges, and were fined $300.

"The county magistrate's court, at the recommendation of the county prosecutor's office, dismissed charges of illegal gambling against one of the men, Max Ullman of Vienna, on Dec. 22.

"County Prosecuting Attorney Mark Sorsaia said his office granted Ullman a diversion agreement at the recommendation of Ullman's lawyer, which allowed him to do community service instead of paying a fine.

"Ullman donated $1,000 to local charities for food and toys as part of his community service, Sorsaia said..."

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