Regulatory Safeguards Prevent Online Gaming Fraud in New Jersey

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement created a number of stringent regulations to deter fraud. Those measures were recently put to the test and shown to be effective at New Jersey Online Casinos.

Diana Zolla incurred nearly $10,000 in online gambling debts according to Philly. Zolla claimed that she hadn't created the online gambling accounts herself to have her losses overturned. However, the New Jersey State Police conducted an investigation and quickly discovered that Zolla was lying.

The Division of Gaming Enforcement required all gaming providers to confirm player identities before allowing them to create an account. The safeguards include requiring gaming providers to use geolocation and multi-token verification technology to establish people's identities. The police reviewed information from the online gaming providers, Zolla's Internet Service Provider and bank accounts. Their investigation showed that Zolla placed these bets herself.

Zolla has been indicted for theft by deception. She faces fines up to $15,000 and up to five years in prison if convicted. She has been released, but will need to appear in Atlantic County Superior Court.

Director of the Division of Gaming Enforcement, David Rebuck, said that the regulator is adamant about fighting fraud. Rebuck said that the DGE works closely with the police to protect both players and gaming operators. The introduction of online gambling has created new challenges, but Rebuck feels that the DGE is well equipped to address them. The recent investigation proves that the measures they put into place will help avoid future fraud.

Many online poker advocates feel that the new case will work to their advantage. They can use the new case to show that regulators can effectively fight online gambling fraud, which is one of the biggest concerns raised by Sheldon Adelson and other opponents.