Mahjong is an entertainment with a long history. However, with the continuous improvement of laws and regulations, the traditional custom of playing mahjong during the Spring Festival may have violated the relevant laws and regulations, why?
First of all, let's make it clear that mahjong itself is not illegal, the problem is the gambling behavior behind mahjong. In our country, gambling is regarded as a serious offense and is severely cracked down. Although it is a traditional custom for family and friends to get together to play mahjong for entertainment during the Spring Festival, if it involves winning or losing money, it may be a violation of the law.
According to the provisions of China's "Public Security Administration Punishment Law", for the purpose of making profits, providing conditions for gambling, or participating in gambling with a large amount of money, shall be detained for up to five days or fined up to 500 yuan; where the circumstances are serious, they are to be detained for between 10 and 15 days and fined between 500 and 3,000 RMB.
So, isn't it gambling without cash?
The answer is no. The determination of gambling behavior does not depend solely on the form of money won or lost, but whether it is for profit. Even if you don't use cash, gambling in the form of game currency, chips, WeChat red envelopes, etc., is also illegal.
In order to better relax and unwind, we must resolutely put an end to gambling during the Spring Festival. When gathering with relatives and friends, it is necessary to clarify the boundaries between entertainment and gambling, avoid money winning or losing, and if it is really necessary to carry out some competitive "pleasure betting" games, then master a "degree". Even if there is money to win or lose, make sure that the amount is not large and is not considered to be a large bet.
How much gambling is not considered larger? The definition of a large gambling capital varies from region to region and situation, but in general, the following amounts can be considered as a large gambling bankroll:
1.In urban areas, the gambling amount reaches more than 500 yuan, or the cumulative gambling amount reaches more than 1,000 yuan;
2.In rural areas, gambling funds of more than RMB 300, or cumulative bets of more than RMB 500;
3.The number of people participating in gambling is relatively large, and the gambling funds are scattered, and the gambling funds of a single participant reach more than 200 yuan;
4.Participating in gambling a large number of times, with a cumulative gambling capital of more than RMB 1,000;
5.In other cases, such as gambling in the form of game currency, chips, WeChat red envelopes, etc., the standard of gambling funds can be converted with reference to the above amount.
It is important to note that these standards are subject to change by region and specific circumstances, so please follow local laws and regulations if in doubt.
In short, there are many and diverse entertainment activities during the Spring Festival, and we must always keep in mind the laws and regulations, abide by the bottom line, enjoy the good time of family and friends reunion, and have a happy, peaceful and safe Spring Festival.