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The court\u2019s decision came after gambling companies including Olympic Casino Latvia Ltd, Alfor Ltd, and Joker Ltd challenged the restriction\u2019s legality.<\/p>\n<p>The legal dispute arose from a contentious norm that prohibits <a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.org\/sports\/section\/gambling-guide\/\">gambling<\/a> activities across the entire administrative territory of R\u012bga, except within four- or five-star hotels. R\u012bga City Council initiated this ban, aiming to close down numerous gambling venues located in the city center and beyond.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Court\u2019s Decision and Reasoning<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In its verdict, the Constitutional Court emphasized that gambling is a legitimate commercial activity operating within a framework of free competition. While acknowledging the municipality\u2019s authority to regulate gambling within its boundaries, the court found the ban\u2019s justification lacking.<\/p>\n<p>The court underscored the importance of a comprehensive territorial assessment before imposing such restrictions. It criticized the municipality for failing to provide sufficient reasons for prohibiting gambling in areas designated for commercial activities, as outlined in the spatial plan.<\/p>\n<p>The court\u2019s ruling highlights the need for municipalities to conduct thorough evaluations when implementing gambling restrictions. 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The court\u2019s decision came after gambling companies including Olympic Casino Latvia Ltd, Alfor Ltd, and Joker Ltd challenged the restriction\u2019s legality. 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