ORS 167.147 Possession of a gambling device; defense

A person commits the crime of possession of a gambling device if, with knowledge of the character thereof, the person manufactures, sells, transports, places or possesses, or conducts or negotiates a transaction affecting or designed to affect ownership, custody or use of:

A slot machine; or

Any other gambling device, believing that the device is to be used in promoting unlawful gambling activity.

Possession of a gambling device is a Class A misdemeanor.

It is a defense to a charge of possession of a gambling device if the slot machine or gambling device that caused the charge to be brought was manufactured:

Prior to 1900 and is not operated for purposes of unlawful gambling; or

More than 25 years before the date on which the charge was brought and:

Is located in a private residence;

Is not operated for the purposes of unlawful gambling; and

Has permanently affixed to it by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s name and either the date of manufacture or the serial number.