David Session, the city’s interim building official, is seeking a Dallas County judge’s order to throw out a March ruling from a city board of adjustment...
that allows Texas Card House to stay open because the city now deems all poker clubs illegal under state law, despite previously approving the businesses to operate.
Attorneys Andy Messer, who is representing the board of adjustment, and Tom Brandt, who is representing Session, didn’t immediately return messages for comment Wednesday. Supporters argue that poker is a game of skill and doesn’t fall under explicit gambling. Poker businesses have been allowed to legally operate around the state by charging membership or access fees to patrons instead of directly collecting money from the games. The profit for businesses and employees comes from membership fees, food and beverages served, and cash tips.
The city’s stance now is that poker clubs are illegal. Building officials last year revoked certificates of occupancy from businesses they previously approved and rejected applications from other poker clubs looking to open in Dallas.
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