Nevada Considers Blacklisting Casino Chip Thief
Date: 2024-01-15 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: CASINO
Adding Names to the Blacklist
In an effort to maintain a secure casino environment, the state of Nevada has established a "black book" containing the names of individuals who are permanently prohibited from entering any of the state's casinos. To be included in this list, individuals must meet specific criteria, such as being banned by a court order or having a felony conviction.
A Convicted Casino Chip Thief
During a recent meeting of the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), it was proposed to add Neal Ahmed Hearne to the blacklist due to his previous conviction for stealing casino chips. Hearne's potential inclusion would make him the 37th individual permanently banned from all Nevada casinos.
Video Evidence Presented
John Michela, Senior Deputy Attorney General, presented video evidence during the NGCB meeting, clearly showing Hearne stealing chips from casino tables and fleeing the scene. These videos demonstrated the extent of Hearne's criminal activities, which spanned across more than a dozen casinos in Clark County.
Unanimous Decision
After witnessing the brazen acts of theft in the videos, Kirk Hendrick, NGCB's chairman, expressed his shock. The board quickly reached a unanimous decision to nominate Hearne for inclusion in the state's blacklist, given his felony conviction.
A Chance to Defend
With the nomination in place, Hearne will now have the opportunity to defend himself. The Nevada Gaming Commission will hold an official hearing to decide whether or not to add him to the blacklist. Hearne will be invited to participate in this hearing to present his case.
