Florida court reverses compact with tribe to expand gambling
Courts: Seminoles say their card games are protected by federal accord
Florida court reverses compact with tribe to expand gambling

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By The Associated Press
Published: July 4, 2008

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday overturned an agreement Gov. Charlie Crist signed with the Seminole Tribe to expand gambling at its casinos, saying the governor had no right to allow games that are illegal elsewhere in the state.

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The November deal allowed the tribe to install Las Vegas-style slot machines and games such as blackjack and baccarat at their seven casinos. But Crist overstepped his authority, the court ruled.

The decision doesn't take issue with slot machines, but rather with table card games.

But the tribe contends that it is operating under a federally approved compact that gives it authority for the games.


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