High 5 Games has committed to working with Connecticut regulators to resolve a dispute over its casino offering in the state.
Following an investigation by the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) Gaming Division, High 5 Games’ licence in the state was suspended and regulators are pressing more than 1,000 criminal charges against the sweepstake gaming site High 5 Casino.
In response, a High 5 Games spokesperson told iGaming Expert that the firm would cooperate with Connecticut regulators to resolve the matter and maintained that it upholds “the highest regulatory standards and remains committed to compliance” across the jurisdictions in which it operates.
They added: “Honour, trust, and legal compliance will always be cornerstones of our business. We treasure our relationships with all iGaming operators as clients, and we safeguard these relationships with extreme care. We will always continue to work hard to bring the highest value of content to our partners in a reliable, safe way.
“Throughout our 30-year history as an established gaming brand in the U.S., we have worked closely with regulators to ensure responsible and transparent business practices, offering an experience to our loyal business partners that is both enjoyable and safe.”
Concluding their statement, High 5 Games’ spokesperson reiterated the firm’s focus on “delivering exceptional and innovative gaming experiences while fully complying with all state and country regulations”.
What are the accusations?
According to allegations from the DCP, High 5 Casino was marketed as a licensed casino and accepted wagers from 1,100 players in Connecticut, including individuals who had signed up for the statewide Voluntary Self-Exclusion List.
Investigators at the DCP claim that they were able to access the site despite High 5 Casino announcing that it would cease offering its product in six states, including Connecticut.
If found guilty, each charge of conducting illegal gambling activity is considered a felony of the state and carries a potential sentence of up to a year in prison and a fine of up to $2,000 per count.
The DCP’s decision follows greater regulatory scrutiny surrounding the sweepstakes sector. Lawmakers across the US, including states such as Maryland and Mississippi, are currently considering legislation that may prohibit the vertical.
Concluding their statement, High 5 Games’ spokesperson reiterated the firm’s focus on “delivering exceptional and innovative gaming experiences while fully complying with all state and country regulations”.
