In a recent convergence of law enforcement authorities and the legal system, Assistant Chief Deputy Derek Mills of the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office backed a Chancery Court's ruling alongside District Attorney Steve Mulroy, related to the crackdown on gambling devices in Tennessee. Notably, the decision in Torch Electronics v. DA Mulroy concluded that the devices colloquially dubbed “No Chance Games” align with the state's legal definition of gambling machines—a milestone for Mulroy's ongoing anti-gambling initiatives. This legal confirmation permits law enforcement to seize these machines with renewed authority, as detailed in a post by the Shelby County Sheriff's Office.
Engaging with the outcome, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office announced on their social media channel that they stand ready to both bolster DA Mulroy's efforts and to act upon the discovery of such gambling devices within local establishments. In a statement shared on Facebook, they stated, "When these machines are identified in local businesses, we will take action while handling other ongoing priorities."
The court's ruling and the subsequent commitment from the Sheriff's Office to execute it are expected to significantly impact the presence of “No Chance Games” across Shelby County. In their communication, the Sheriff’s Office concluded, "We encourage any community member who comes across such devices to report them so we can respond appropriately."
