Are there any known cases where a casino was penalized for rubber banding?

I Still, I have never seen or heard about any litigation or sanctions for so-called “rubber banding” in brick-and-mortar casinos. Rubber banding means that developers tamper with probabilities to create the illusion that the results are unjust. However, casinos have to comply with tough regulatory requirements. Slot machines and other RNG powered games undergo mathematical certification before release, and their parameters cannot be changed after that. If the odds appear to change, it is most likely an optical illusion. Authorities do not tolerate it, and casinos caught trying to manipulate the outcome would be punished severely, and possibly lose their licenses. That said, there have been no significant events reported. There is, however, one solution to this problem – full disclosure. If players know that probabilities do not change (and see the certification documents), they will not believe rubber banding claims. So the next time somebody accuses you of rubber banding, send them to the payout table.

“Rubberbanding” – when the system appears to cheat – is widely reported as a major concern among gamers. But the legal position is more complex. Casinos face scrutiny from gaming commissions that enforce random-number-generator regulations and inspect slot-machine software and circuitry. When a casino is accused of cheating, it is usually due to a software error rather than deliberate manipulation. Lawsuits are uncommon, but when filed, courts typically throw them out. In 2012, a plaintiff sued a Las Vegas casino, alleging that a “reels stopper” had altered the results of her attempted jackpot win. A judge ruled against her. Most such cases fail because the plaintiff cannot provide evidence of intentional manipulation. Casino regulators remain vigilant, however. Any player who suspects an unfair game should alert the casino’s compliance officer immediately. Hold onto receipts and provide all available video footage. After all, while most casinos are strictly regulated and adhere to gaming laws, those that violate them risk substantial fines, revocation of their licenses, or other sanctions.