Pennsylvania AG Orders Removal of Unregulated Skill Game Terminals by October 14
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has ordered businesses across the state to remove unregulated skill game terminals by October 14, or face potential law enforcement action, including seizure of machines and criminal charges. This directive stems from a Pennsylvania Supreme…
Pittsburgh, PA, September 29, 2026 —
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has issued a directive demanding that businesses statewide remove all unregulated skill game terminals from their establishments by October 14. Failure to comply with this order could result in significant consequences, including law enforcement action, seizure of the machines, and potential criminal charges.
The Attorney General’s office is enforcing this directive following a recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. The court’s decision classified the skill game terminals as illegal slot machines. These machines have been operating outside the regulated framework of licensed gaming facilities within the Commonwealth.
The ultimatum sets a clear deadline for businesses that currently house these unregulated terminals. The scope of potential enforcement actions, as outlined by the Attorney General’s office, includes direct intervention by law enforcement. This intervention may involve the physical seizure of the machines in question, in addition to the initiation of criminal proceedings against businesses found to be in violation of the court’s ruling and the Attorney General’s subsequent order.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s determination that these terminals function as illegal slot machines signifies a critical legal juncture for the industry and the businesses that host them. The ruling indicates that the games’ mechanics and operation do not meet the legal criteria for skill-based games, thereby subjecting them to the stricter regulations governing gambling devices.
Further details regarding the specific types of skill game terminals affected or the exact criteria for classification were not immediately available. The contractor’s name or names of businesses that have not yet complied were also not provided. Businesses are advised to consult relevant legal counsel or state regulatory bodies for specific guidance on compliance with the Attorney General’s order.
Story summarized from the original created by Jess Shannon on www.wpxi.com, see more information here.
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