If you’re a sports fan who likes to participate in office pools or visit betting sites on the Web, listen up. Sports betting and social networking sites don’t mix.
The Chicago Tribune reports that some people are hosting online betting pools and collecting fees on sites like Facebook and may not realize that it’s against the law. In essence they may be operating an illegal online gambling operation, and if caught and found guilty, they could face criminal charges and jail time.
With the NCAA tournaments starting next week, it pays to be cautious. Follow the advice your mother gave you: don’t give money to strangers. Instead, stick to your office pool.
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