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August 18, 2004

Narragansett Tribe questions gaming facilities

The Narragansett Tribe of Rhode Island has asked the state attorney general to investigate whether two existing gaming facilities are operating in violation of the state constitution.

The tribe's request comes in light of a state Supreme Court ruling that rejected the tribe's casino bid. The court said that the state constitution prohibits privately-run lotteries.

Narragansett Chief Sachem said the Lincoln Park and Newport Grand video gaming machines appear to be privately-operated. If so, he said the facilities are illegal.

A spokesperson for Gov. Donald Carcieri (R), who opposed the tribe's casino, said the two facilities are indeed controlled by the state.

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