Enforcement actions

Enforcement action is focused on deterring non-compliance and on ensuring the integrity, safety and fairness of gambling operations in Victoria. There are several forms of enforcement action available to the VGCCC including written warnings, disciplinary action and criminal prosecution.

The enforcement tools available to us vary across the different sectors we regulate. They can include notices of non-compliance, issuing directions, disciplinary action, fines, or criminal prosecution. Depending on the sector they operate in, registered and licenced gambling providers and individuals may also face censure, suspension or cancellation.

When breaches are detected, our regulatory response is proportionate to the risks posed and harm caused by the gambling provider’s failure to comply with their obligations. We consider their conduct, including their level of cooperation, and whether they have proactively taken steps to rectify or remedy the issue.

We take a zero-tolerance approach to enforcement when we detect deliberate or opportunistic contraventions by operators.

Disciplinary action can be taken by the Commission or by a staff delegate. The action we take depends on the severity of the breach, the risk of harm to the community, and the operator's compliance history.

The types of disciplinary action that can be taken against a person may include written warnings, disciplinary action and, in respect to serious or deliberate breaches of the law, criminal prosecution.

Written warning/Notice of non-compliance

These letters give the recipient the opportunity to voluntarily undertake remedial action to bring about compliance within a particular timeframe.

Infringement notice

Infringement notices, like fines, are a financial sanction imposed for breaches of specific laws. They can be used instead of commencing criminal proceedings.

Prosecution

Disciplinary actions

Disciplinary action can be taken in respect of non-compliance with provisions of gambling laws.

See below list of disciplinary actions taken against persons or companies found to be non-compliant with requirements of gambling laws.

Disciplinary actions taken against Gaming Industry Employee Licence holders and Casino Special Employee Licence holders

See below a list of actions by year

Prior to 1 July 2022, the actions were taken by the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR).

Disciplinary action is regarding issues of non-compliance that require suspension or the disqualification of a licence.

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