The slow pace in Germany’s online sports betting framework is set to be investigated by the European Court of Justice (ECJ). This is after criticisms that were aimed at Hesse Ministry in Interior and Sports (HMDIS) procedures brought forth by the many stakeholders.
The ECJ is scheduled to launch investigations in the procedures of legislation that might be thought to have crumbled down after rulings that was not favourable from the Administrative Courts of Frankfurt and Wiesbaden.
The investigations are thought to venture into knowing the licensing procedure of the Hesse Ministry which a limitation of 20 pre licensed operators accessible by the German sports betting market.
Criticisms have been aired towards HDMIS after a myriad of sporting organizations, sectors in the government and internationally recognized operators who have been puzzled about the transparency of the ministry regarding the licenses approval. This has occurred after the licensing framework announcement.
Investigation findings indicated that 80 operators have sent in their application to gain one of the 20 licenses that were being offered by HMDIS. The procedure said to be restricting has brought a lot of criticism and has embarrassed the regulators from HMDIS.
An announcement was made in April 2015 regarding the German sports body SAB stating that they would not be in a position to be involved in discussions that were related to the nation’s online sports betting framework. The body said that they felt as if their contribution was not being valued.
This investigation by the ECJ might bring about delays for the implementation of a framework for the online sports betting in Germany. The ECJ court might deliver their ruling and findings on the processes of legislation before or on September.
The ECJ is the Supreme Court when it comes to the European Union in matters that relate to the Union law which makes this case a perfect fit for the court. They job is to make sure that the EU make sure of equal application across Europe, as well as, its members of state. We look forward to a great session and good judgement for the case.
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Tags: Legislation, licensing, safe betting activities
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