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sports1 year ago

Iowa State Athletes Cleared of Sports Gambling Charges

The prosecutor handling the sports wagering case against four former or suspended Iowa State athletes has asked a judge to dismiss all charges, citing that the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation exceeded the scope of permitted use of tracking software. The athletes faced felony charges of identity theft and misdemeanor charges of tampering with records, but most of the charged athletes pleaded guilty to underage gambling, paid fines, and had identity theft charges dropped. The defense alleged that the use of tracking software was unconstitutional as no warrant had been issued, and the software firm cut off access to the tool due to violated user agreement. The athletes' attorneys are advising them to pursue legal action against the state.

via ESPN|
#athletes#charges-dismissed#iowa-state
sports1 year ago

Iowa State Athletes Cleared of Gambling Charges Due to Mobile Tracking Overreach

The state of Iowa is moving to dismiss all charges against four former Iowa State student-athletes who were accused of sports wagering, following a months-long investigation. The charges included identity theft and tampering with records. The decision to dismiss the charges comes after an attorney for the athletes argued that investigators had been shut out of geofencing software used to gather evidence in the case. The probe, led by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, had faced public scrutiny, with concerns raised about privacy and the lawfulness of the geofencing setup.

via KCCI Des Moines|
#charges-dismissed#geofencing-software#iowa-state
law-and-order1 year ago

"Iowa DPS Defends Sports Wagering Investigation Amid Controversy"

The Iowa Department of Public Safety released a statement addressing criticism over an investigation into illegal sports wagering, detailing the roles of Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) agents and justifying their evidence-gathering techniques. Lawyers for former Iowa State football players alleged that DCI agents had no reasonable cause to track student-athletes' use of sports wagering apps, leading to concerns about privacy from state lawmakers. The DPS claims to have obtained evidence in a constitutionally permissible manner and states that it is ultimately up to the courts to decide. Over a dozen male student-athletes at the University of Iowa and Iowa State University were implicated in the investigation.

via KCCI Des Moines|
#division-of-criminal-investigation#investigation#iowa
sports2 years ago

"Allegations of Misconduct in Iowa Sports Gambling Investigation"

A new filing in the NCAA sports wagering investigation alleges that a DCI agent was misled about the target of the investigation, claiming that he was initially briefed that the focus was on online gaming operators, not student-athletes. The agent, Mark Ludwick, stated that he reassured an Iowa State football player that he was not a target, only to later learn that the investigation was indeed criminal in nature and targeted Iowa and Iowa State athletes. As a result, Ludwick requested reassignment and withdrew from the investigation, with potential wide implications for the case.

via KCRG|
#dci#investigation#iowa-state
sports2 years ago

Student-athletes in sports wagering investigation accept plea deals

Five current or former student-athletes from the University of Iowa and Iowa State University have accepted plea deals in connection to a sports wagering investigation. The original charge of tampering with records was replaced with a guilty plea to underage gambling, resulting in a fine of $645. The athletes involved include Iowa State quarterback Hunter Dekkers, offensive lineman Jake Remsburg, and former offensive lineman Dodge Sauser. The penalties for underage gambling also apply to Iowa kicker Aaron Blom and former Iowa baseball player Gehrig Christensen, who also accepted plea deals.

via KCCI Des Moines|
#iowa#iowa-state#plea-deals
sports2 years ago

"Kirk Ferentz Stands Firm Against Betting Scandal, Emphasizes Game Integrity"

Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz stated that if it is proven true that his players have been betting on Iowa games, it would be a "deal breaker." The NCAA and the state of Iowa are currently investigating allegations of gambling involving Iowa athletes, including football players. Ferentz emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the game and expressed his willingness to cooperate with the investigations. He also called for more aggressive policies from the NCAA to address the widespread issue of sports gambling.

via ESPN|
#gambling-investigations#iowa#kirk-ferentz
sports2 years ago

Cyclone QB and Athletes Face Charges in Sports Wagering Probe

Multiple Iowa State University athletes, including quarterback Hunter Dekkers, have been charged with tampering with records in a sports wagering investigation. Dekkers is accused of gambling on 26 Iowa State sporting events, including a football game against Oklahoma State. He allegedly placed over 300 bets totaling more than $2,700 on a DraftKings account. The complaint also alleges that Dekkers engaged in the scheme with his parents to create the appearance that the bets were being placed by his mother. Other athletes, including Dodge Sauser, Eyioma Uwazurike, and Paniro Johnson, have also been charged in the investigation.

via KCCI Des Moines|
#criminal-charges#hunter-dekkers#iowa-state-university
sports2 years ago

"NCAA's Evolving Guidelines: Reinstatement, NIL Deals, Gambling Penalties, and Rule Enforcement"

The Division I Legislative Committee has approved changes to the guidelines for reinstating the eligibility of student-athletes who commit sports wagering violations. The new guidelines take into account the cumulative dollar value of the wagers and provide specific penalties based on the amount. Student-athletes who engage in activities to influence game outcomes or wager on their own games face potential permanent loss of eligibility. The changes aim to modernize penalties in light of the widespread legalization of sports wagering. Additionally, the Division I Council has made modifications to transfer rules, allowing transfers to continue receiving scholarships in certain circumstances and proposing a reduction in the notification-of-transfer window from 60 to 30 days.

via NCAA.org|
#ncaa#reinstatement-guidelines#sports
politics2 years ago

Missouri Senate gridlock on final day of 2023 session affects sports betting and crime-related bills.

The Missouri Senate faced gridlock on the final day of the legislative session, with only 43 non-budget, policy bills passed, the lowest in 30 years. A bill to make it harder to amend the state constitution through the initiative petition process failed to pass, as did a proposal to eliminate the sales tax on grocery food. Legislation to ban texting while driving, extend postpartum Medicaid coverage, and create a transitional benefits program for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families were among the bills that passed. The Senate was locked in gridlock due to intraparty warfare, with Sen. Bill Eigel filibustering to protest his personal property tax bill being held up until the Senate approved a different bill to legalize sports wagering.

via Missouri Independent|
#gridlock#legislative-session#missouri-senate
sports2 years ago

Iowa Universities Investigate Alleged Athlete Gambling Violations

The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating allegations of sports wagering made against student-athletes from the University of Iowa and Iowa State University. Sports wagering is against NCAA rules, which state that college athletes cannot place a bet on a sport at any level if it is an NCAA-sanctioned sport. No criminal charges have been filed, and the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has no information that would call into question the integrity of any sports wagering contest or event involving the universities. Both universities have released statements acknowledging the investigation.

via KCCI Des Moines|
#investigation#iowa#iowa-state
sports2 years ago

Sports Wagering Violations Investigated at Iowa Universities

The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation is involved in an ongoing investigation concerning sports wagering involving at least 41 current student-athletes between the University of Iowa and Iowa State University. NCAA rules ban collegiate athletes from wagering on NCAA sports. No criminal charges have been filed, and the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission stated that they have no information at this time that suspicious wagering activity or match-fixing involving any Iowa or Iowa State sporting event occurred.

via KCRG|
#investigation#iowa#ncaa
sports2 years ago

Iowa and Iowa State athletes probed for online sports betting.

41 student-athletes from Iowa and Iowa State universities are under investigation for prohibited online sports wagering. Iowa has 26 student-athletes from five sports under investigation, while Iowa State has 15 student-athletes from three sports. The universities are cooperating with the investigation, and Iowa athletics has retained outside counsel. NCAA rules prohibit student-athletes, coaches, and others involved with athletics from betting on any sport at the amateur, collegiate, or professional level in which the NCAA holds a championship.

via The Athletic|
#investigation#iowa#iowa-state
sports2 years ago

Iowa and Iowa State Athletes Investigated for Sports Gambling Allegations

The University of Iowa is cooperating with an investigation into potential NCAA violations related to sports wagering, as 26 current student-athletes across multiple sports and one full-time employee of the UI Department of Athletics are involved. The school has hired outside counsel to assist in the investigation and notified the NCAA of potential violations. The investigation comes after multiple UI baseball players were suspended for a series against Ohio State, reportedly due to an investigation by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission. Alabama recently fired their baseball head coach due to "suspicious wagering activity."

via CBS Sports|
#baseball#investigation#iowa
politics2 years ago

Kentucky and North Carolina Take Opposite Stances on Sports Betting

Kentucky has become the 37th state to legalize sports wagering after the Senate passed House Bill 551, which Governor Andy Beshear has pledged to sign. The bill allows betting on games at the state's nine horse tracks and casino-style historical horse racing venues, but not at other physical locations. The bill mandates that even online- and app-based wagering platforms like FanDuel and Draft Kings have agreements with a horse track to get a license. The measure is expected to generate about $22 million annually in tax revenue for the state.

via WDRB|
#horse-racing#kentucky#online-betting