According to a prosecutor in Baton Rouge on Tuesday, Kayshon Boutte, a wide receiver with the New England Patriots, will not face legal punishment for engaging in illegal online gambling while he was underage and still playing for Louisiana State University.
First Assistant District Attorney Tracey Barbera clarified that Boutte’s completion of a course aimed at comprehending the dangers of gambling had an impact on the choice.
Barbera stressed that Boutte didn’t wager against himself or his group, and that his acts didn’t hurt other people financially.
Barbera told The Associated Press, “He could only control the outcome of a bet if he bet against himself.” “He could guarantee a dropped pass, but not a gain or touchdown.”
Boutte also consented to a prohibition against gaming in Massachusetts and on websites like as FanDuel and BET99.
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Barbera stated, “We do not think a felony prosecution is appropriate considering his efforts to mitigate the situation.” She also praised the Louisiana State Police for their investigation that resulted in the accusations.
Although the details of that decision are not yet apparent, the NFL may still decide to discipline Boutte.
“We are keeping an eye on the situation, which is currently being reviewed,” the NFL said through spokesperson Brian McCarthy on Tuesday. “He is still able to take part in team activities.”
Regarding the events on Tuesday, the New England Patriots chose not to comment.
State police accused Boutte of using a fake identity to open an internet betting account and placing many unlawful bets, including on LSU and NCAA events, which led to his arrest in January. According to reports, one of the bets featured the player wagering on himself during a game, which is against state rules that forbid bets made by specific individuals.
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