Macau, a special administrative region of the People's Republic of China, has its own set of gaming laws. In Macau, gaming laws are based on administrative law. Macau gaming laws are currently being reformed so that additional operators can participate in gaming, in order to increase competition. Currently, Macau has signed concession contracts with six operators, allowing them to open more than one casino each. Macau also allows pari-mutuels (dog and horse racing), sports betting and lotteries.

In Macau, concessionaires must be public companies, to which special rules apply. Gaming promoters are also subject to specific company law rules. In addition to company rules, gaming in Macau is subject to a set of special tax laws, criminal laws, and contract laws.

If you need advice on Macau gaming laws, contact Dickinson Wright. Our firm has over 260 attorneys and an office in Macau. Our Gaming Practice Group has more than 25 attorneys who have worked in every aspect of gaming law, including the commercial and Indian gaming industries, throughout the United States and internationally.

If you need advice on navigating Macau's complex gaming laws, or any other aspect of gaming law, contact one of our talented gaming attorneys today.

Robert W. Stocker II
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