What if people from another country win money?

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Eduardo
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What if people from another country win money?

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What happens if a friend comes up to visit from Mexico and wins some money playing video poker?  Does he have to pay taxes or something? Would it depend on the country?

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I guess he must give half to you because he is your guest. That is the right thing to do. 
Makes sense to me

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Since I've lived in New Jersey my whole life, Las Vegas is another country.

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Post by oej719 »

Ever been to Alabama? That might qualify as another country.

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Coming from Canada, got pillaged for 40% of a winning over $1199 last year.  The attendant came back with a form for me to sign, so I can try to get it back through the states tax system. That's why I don't play a progressive pot over $1199, or $1 or more slots for a jackpot win, the casino will take half. 

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Post by Eduardo »

Half?! Who does that money go to?Is that only because you are from Canada or for any foreign country?

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