Revises penalty for underage gambling to be civil penalty; provides for all associated fines to be used for gambling addiction treatment.

This bill changes penalties for underage gambling (by individuals under 21) from criminal offenses to civil fines. It imposes tiered fines: up to $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second, and $2,000 for third or subsequent offenses. All collected fines will fund gambling addiction prevention, education, and treatment programs through the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey. The bill applies to underage gamblers, casino licensees/employees who allow underage gambling, and individuals in lawful care of minors who permit gambling.