Crossing the Line - S Hale Humphrey-Jones - Bog

As more and more states are becoming dependent on gambling revenue, we are
opening the doors to novice gamblers and increasing the potential for existing
gamblers to cross the line into illegal activities. Those who have never gambled before, or never engaged in any criminal activity are susceptible to the lure of gambling's promise of instant riches and escape from loneliness, stress, and boredom.