“Based on an exhaustive investigation and analysis of the circumstances, we issued a Notice of Violation to both enforce regulatory compliance and ensure the Nation is the primary beneficiary of its gaming revenue,” said commission Chair Sequoyah Simermeyer. The Gaming Commission issued its notice of violation after a yearlong investigation into the business agreements for operating the casino.
The Catawba Nation opened its temporary casino in July 2021 and has long-term plans for a much larger casino resort.The violation could lead to fines of more than $55,000 a day.The National Indian Gaming Commission cited the Catawba Two Kings Casino for not getting approval for a management contract as required by federal law.
