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MGM Grand Fined $225,000 for Serving Free Alcohol

15 October 2003

DETROIT – As reported by the Detroit News: ``MGM Grand Detroit Casino was fined $225,000 Tuesday night for serving free alcohol to high rollers during charity parties, the second-biggest penalty ever levied against a local gambling hall by state regulators.

``Unlike casinos in many other jurisdictions, Detroit casinos aren't allowed to serve free alcohol to gamblers, partly to curb alcohol abuse but also to lessen the impact of Detroit's 4-year-old industry on established bars and restaurants.

``In addition to the fine, MGM also must pay $75,000 in administrative and investigative costs to the Michigan Gaming Control Board, for a total of $300,000.

``It is the fourth significant fine against Detroit's three casinos and their suppliers..."

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