YOUTH AND GAMBLING: THE “FRENCH GAMBLING ACT” (LAW N°2010-476 OF MAY 12TH 2010)

Abstract

Until recently, the gambling addiction have not been viewed as a public health problem or as a public policy issue. A new surge of research has expanded our knowledge of gambling problem and its societal impact in relation with new gaming venues and new forms of gambling, with particular focus on the risks such activity poses in respect of children and young people. One of the main objectives of the french laws, in particular the law n°2010-476, is to ensure that minors are neither encouraged to gamble nor allowed to do so. The article explores certain key issues and specific regulatory challenges posed by internet and young people from the potential risks of gambling addiction.