Betsson Wins Court Appeal Against Swedish Gambling Authority's SEK20M Fine
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Betsson Wins Court Appeal Against Swedish Gambling Authority’s SEK20M Fine

A Swedish administrative court has ruled that the Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen) cannot enforce an SEK20M fine it issued to online operator Betsson for an alleged violation of the Swedish Gaming Act. 

by - Tuesday, June 15th, 2021 2:02
Betsson warned by regulator
Betsson Wins Court Appeal Against Swedish Gambling Authority's SEK20M Fine Betsson Wins Court Appeal Against Swedish Gambling Authority's SEK20M Fine

As result of the investigation, the SGA issued a fine of SEK20M (€1.98M) to the operator and a warning against future conduct. The fine was determined by the number of alleged violations that the SGA claimed took place.

Betsson Wins Court Appeal Against Swedish Gambling Authority's SEK20M Fine Betsson Wins Court Appeal Against Swedish Gambling Authority's SEK20M Fine

A court issued statement explained the ruling saying:

Betsson Wins Court Appeal Against Swedish Gambling Authority's SEK20M Fine
Olivia Richardson

Olivia has worked as an editor and writer for major brands across multiple niches. She now focuses on the iGaming and sports betting industries.