Savoy Club v. Board of Supervisors

Opinion

LILLIE, Acting P. J.

Petitioner corporation, of which George Bassman is a stockholder, was issued a license by defendant Welfare Commission to conduct a card club. The license was revoked by the commission after a hearing on an accusation filed by the sheriff’s department alleging violations of certain gambling ordinances. The license appeals board having denied appeal from the commission’s decision, petitioners sought a writ of mandate (as well as a declaratory decree) directing the commission to set aside its decision. Relief was denied, and petitioners appeal from the judgment.

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