One Cocktail Glass v. State

I dissent from that portion of the majority opinion which holds that the $1,303.95 found in Parent’s left, front pocket, the $140.00 found in his right, front pocket, and the $1,100.00 found in the wallet located on his person are not subject to seizure and destruction as gambling implements within the meaning of AS 11.45.040, which reads:

The commissioner of public safety, a member of the division of state police, or a police or peace officer designated by the commissioner shall seize and destroy a gambling implement.

I reach this result on the basis of the admission made by Parent at the time…