Board backs restricted license for 7 77 Gaming despite public objection; civil claim against applicant noted

The Nevada Gaming Control Board on Jan. 15 recommended approval of a restricted gaming license for 7 77 Gaming LLC (d/b/a 7 77 Gaming and Spirits) and licensure of Brandon Hamica as a member/manager after staff review. Robert Kingston, a public commenter present in Las Vegas, urged the board to deny or defer approval, saying he had filed a civil complaint alleging an unlawful asset sale and claimed property was taken without permission. Kingston provided investigators copies of a freshly filed civil complaint and said he planned an injunction.

Applicant counsel explained the transaction: Hamica purchased the business (a leasehold and operating business) after confirming the seller’s lease assignment with the landlord. Counsel said there were no gaming machines or regulated gaming assets transferred as part of the sale; machines will be provided by a slot route operator (Sunset Coin). Counsel offered to make available the small amount of personal property a dispute referenced (audio gear, an old drum set) to resolve any civil claims over such items. Investigators told the board they found no suitability concerns in Hamica’s record and recommended approval.

Board members noted the public civil complaint is a separate civil matter for the courts and does not on its own bar licensure under Nevada law; they asked that the applicant and counsel keep investigators updated if litigation materially affects the licensed activities. The board voted to recommend approval to the Commission.